Maintenance Technicians – Minneapolis

Northland Staffing Solutions is 💥URGENTLY💥 hiring Maintenance Technicians for our client located in Minneapolis, MN. This company is a leader in the food manufacturing industry. There are openings for Maintenance Technician I (paying $24-34 per hour) and Maintenance Technician II (paying $25-38 per hour).
 
Responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician:
 
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with plant equipment (e.g., mechanical drive systems, HVAC, hydraulic and pneumatic systems)
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems with plant equipment (e.g., wiring, circuits, fuses, switches, electrical installations, transformers, motors, and AC/DC motor drives)
• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment
• Perform building maintenance and repairs (e.g., air conditioning, lights, forklifts)
• Perform small repairs on equipment to prevent long-term downtime until permanent repairs can be completed Report food safety and quality issues to appropriate personnel
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
 
Requirements of the Maintenance Technician:
 
• 2-year degree in electronics/maintenance mechanics or 3+ years in maintenance mechanic role Experience with repair or preventive maintenance in hydraulics, pneumatics, machine shop, electricity, or electronics
• Working knowledge of CMMS
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout programs
• Working knowledge of boiler operations
• Experience with ammonia, freon, or other cooling media
• Ability to stick or tig weld small repairs
• Intermediate computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts to identify solutions
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks
 
Salary of $24-38/hour DOQ
Full Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays

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Molding Operator

2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday :: 4:00pm – 2:30am

Under the direction of the Plant/Production Manager, Production Supervisor or Production Lead; Perform production processes with key focus on: safety, productivity, quality, and minimizing waste.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Set machine controls, regulating molding temperature, volume of plastic, molding pressure and time
  • Maintain knowledge of plastics and molding procedures.
  • Position, align, and secure assembled mold, mold components, and machine accessories onto machine press bed, and attach connecting lines.
  • Utilize and understand all applicable subcomponents of the production order packet.
  • Follow and document process parameters to ensure repeatable results.
  • Process molding parameters to achieve quality parts and optimized cycle times.
  • Use troubleshooting skills to improve and develop repeatable molding processes.
  • Address unacceptable reject levels.
  • Properly handle and care of all materials, molds and tooling.
  • Ensure a positive work environment and awareness of company goals and objectives.
  • Maintains and promotes a safe and clean working environment.

COMPETENCIES:

  • Good verbal communication skills
  • Ability to read and comprehend written directions
  • Ability to use basic math skills
  • Ability to learn multiple tasks/processes
  • Ability to work safely
  • Ability to manipulate parts of all sizes
  • Ability to measure accurately
  • Ability to visually inspect and compare the difference between good and bad product
  • Ability to read and comprehend production instructions, policy manuals and safety instructions
  • Ability to record and make accurate records of product produced

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1-year experience operating 35-ton injection molding equipment or similar experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have acceptable attendance record
  • Ability to stand for 10 hr. shifts
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
  • Frequent lifting or moving (between 10 – 40 pounds)

Job Types: Full-time, Temp-to-hire

Pay: $18.00 – $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift

Work Location: In person

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Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

Northland Staffing Solutions is hiring a Shipping/Receiving Supervisor for our client located in New Hope, MN. The qualified candidate will have at least 2 years of Supervisory/Management experience as well as several years of experience working in a warehouse setting. This is a second shift position.

Responsibilities of the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor:

  • Supervise and coordinate the shipping/receiving activities in the warehouse
  • Ensure accurate and timely receipt of all incoming shipments and outbound
  • Verify incoming/outbound shipments against purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies
  • Inspect and document the condition of received goods
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure proper storage and distribution of received items
  • Maintain accurate inventory records using a warehouse management system
  • Train and mentor receiving staff on proper procedures and safety protocols
  • Monitor productivity and performance of the receiving team
  • Identify areas for process improvement and implement necessary changes

Benefits of the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor:

  • Salary of $25.00-30.00 per hour DOQ
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays

Requirements of the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor:

  • Knowledge of Oracle and JDE (Inventory Management System)
  • Previous experience as a warehouse supervisor or in a similar role
  • Strong knowledge of materials handling, inventory control, and logistics processes
  • Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks as needed
  • Proficiency in using a forklift and other warehouse equipment
  • Familiarity with e-commerce operations is a plus
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Will be required to wear safety glasses and steel toed boots
  • Must have forklift, material handling equipment experience

Job Type: Full Time, Second Shift

Salary: $25.00-30.00 per hour DOQ

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • Golden Valley, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Northland Staffing Solutions is hiring Shipping and Receiving clerk / warehouse associates for clients located in Eden Prairie, MN. The qualified candidate will be self-motivated team player, attention to detail and a good work ethic.

Requirements for Shipping/Receiving Clerk:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Requires the ability to use simple arithmetic, read, and write job language,
  • interpret shipping schedules and rate schedules as well as export and inventory procedures.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with all levels of the organization
  • Forklift experience
  • Warehouse Experience

Duties and responsibilities for Shipping/Receiving Clerk :

  • Verify availability of material for production order and oven-required materials in advance when required.
  • Operate forklift and other manual or power material handling and warehouse equipment; change forklift batteries as needed.
  • Move raw materials, goods and/or merchandise to designated storage areas; conduct all related inventory transactions.
  • Participate in physical inventory, take cycle counts, and dock audits as directed.
  • Pursue variances as they occur and make corrections.
  • Maintain and verify labels referencing raw material and finished goods are identified correctly.
  • Obtain and relay information to appropriate personnel at shift change.
  • Accurately receive all finished components into inventory against production order and place into designated area.
  • Ensure instructions are following on use of pallet size, layers, direction of labels, shrink-wrap considerations, batch control and shipping containers.
  • Weight-count parts to be shipped.
  • Move parts throughout warehouse as required.
  • Maintain work and warehouse areas in a clean and orderly manner.
  • As required perform receiving duties, i.e., receives incoming items from external and internal sources and processes required paperwork/transactions. Completes returned goods document when required. Responsible for proper handling of all overrun finished goods from production.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits of the Shipping/Receiving Clerk and Warehouse Associates:

  • Pay will be $19.00-23.00 per hour to start
  • PTO
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

Job Types: Full-time

Salary: $19.00-23.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Experience:

  • Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Eden Prairie, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Janitor – St. Paul

Northland Staffing Solutions is currently seeking Janitors to work for our clients in Bloomington, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Hopkins, Minneapolis and St. Paul. These positions pay $17.00-22.00 per hour.

Responsibilities for the Janitor:

  • Run a floor scrubber, buffer, waxer, etc.
  • Run carpet cleaner
  • Sweep and mop hallways
  • Change light bulbs and other small tasks assigned by supervisor
  • Other janitorial duties including cleaning bathrooms

Qualifications needed for the Janitor:

  • Must have excellent attendance.
  • Minimum 1-2 years’ experience.
  • Resume and in-person interview required.
  • Back ground check required

Benefits for the Janitor:

  • Pay will be in the $17.00-22.00 range per hour
  • Health and Dental Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

Pay: $17.00 – $22.00 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 – $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 50 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Physical setting:

  • Office
  • Outdoor work
  • Public school
  • Warehouse

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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Machine Operator – Minneapolis

Northland Staffing Solutions is hiring Machine Operators for our client located in Minneapolis, MN. These positions are working as Seamer Operators and Flexo Finishing Machine Operators in the Printing Industry. Our client is a leader in the manufacturing of custom labels, flexible packaging and precision converting solutions.

Day and Night Positions – 12 hour shifts, 3 days per week

Responsibilities of the Machine Operator:

  • Check to make sure parts meet requirements of specs and order;
  • Be sure all product requirements are understood before starting each job and able to run the job with the information provided;
  • Ensure that all paperwork is legible and accurate;
  • Gather materials as needed for jobs to be completed in order of ship date;
  • Ensure that the machine is set up correctly to produce the size sleeve that is required, including solvent flow, lay-flat size, tension control among other settings;
  • Ensure the appropriate accessories are used;
  • Continuously inspect product to ensure that finished product meets order and spec requirements and that any flagged/non-conforming product is removed;
  • Ensure that core labels and box labels include all required information and are accurate;
  • Ensure all product is neatly stacked / organized for the next process;
  • Ensure that any and all perfs/cuts are in proper location and to the correct depth;
  • Follow SOP’s/Work Instructions as trained;
  • Be actively involved and interface with day-to-day department process management and be aware of department work load, activities and performance;
  • Participate in quality improvement initiative to ensure customer satisfaction and that all jobs meet or exceed estimated times;
  • Able to work in an environment of changing priorities. (Help our in other departments in necessary)

Benefits of the Machine Operator:

  • Salary of $18.00-20.00 per hour
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays

Requirements of the Machine Operator:

  • Able to work in a constantly changing set of activities; okay with getting dirty; able to lift 30 lbs. to waist level without assistance; requires substantial twisting, bending, walking and being on your feet;
  • Must be able to take direction from and work well with others, as well as alone;
  • Ability to work with machinery; perform light maintenance to keep machine running properly;
  • Positive attitude and team player;
  • Safety conscious;
  • Must be able to read and understand, write and speak the English language to a degree where others are able to understand

Job Type: Full Time working 3, 12 hour days

Salary: $18.00-20.00/Hour DOQ

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • Minneapolis, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Machine Operator – Hopkins

Northland Staffing Solutions is hiring several people for Machine Operator and Production Assistant positions for our client located in Hopkins, MN. This company is a leading metal manufacturer with career advancement opportunities. These positions are working 10 hour shifts on a 2nd shift.

Responsibilities of the Machine Operator:

  • Know and follow safety rules for machine/tasks performed
  • The majority of the production helper time is supporting operations in parts handling, slitting, and shearing
  • Handle/Feed/Stack parts under directions Set-up Techs. or lead set-up techs
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace
  • Perform all other duties as required for the continued successful operation of the business, including but not limited to operation of alternate or multiple production lines. Line assignments will be as needed by customer demand and as directed by Plant Manager.
  • Measure material as needed using tape measure. Use of calipers and micrometers as needed.

Benefits of the Machine Operator:

  • Salary of $20.00-24.00
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays

Requirements of the Machine Operator:

  • Must understand/follow directions in English
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
  • Capable of using measuring devices including a tape measure
  • Previous Machine Operator experience preferred
  • Experience with Punch Press helpful
  • Experience in Machine Shop Setting Preferred

Job Type: Full Time, Monday-Thursday 3:15PM -1:45AM

Salary: $20.00-24.00

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift

Work Location: In person

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Process Technician II

Northland Staffing Solutions is hiring a Process Technician II for our client, a growing company based in Bloomington, MN. Great opportunity for advancement!

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Process Technician II Inspects powder metal parts for dimensional accuracy and surface defects by performing the following duties:

  • Train Department Personnel on SPC as needed
  • Complete Lot inspection and First article inspection as required by customer and/or internal requirements
  • Complete Capability studies
  • Examine parts for defects; Separate and mark defective part according to re-work operation
  • Perform In-process inspections as needed
  • Gauge calibration
  • Load set-ups for departmental inspection steps
  • Complete timecard and other production documentation as required
  • Blueprint interpretation and consultation with personnel to assure quality of parts

Qualifications:

  • Must be able to accurately measure parts using various inspection equipment and equipment.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints.
  • Basic Computer skills/ISO knowledge

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum 3 years inspection experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

  • Minneapolis, MN 55420: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Maintenance Mechanic

Northland Staffing Solutions is hiring Maintenance Technicians for our Minneapolis/Saint Paul based client. The qualified candidate will have at least 5 years of Maintenance experience. Ability to interact with a team of Technician Staff and Production Staff will be critically important for this role.

Requirements of the Maintenance Technician:

  • 5+ years’ experience repairing industrial processing equipment in an industrial environment or in the military
  • Boiler License (2B)
  • Ability to read maintenance literature printed in English
  • Experience with and ability to read a blueprint
  • Basic Microsoft Office computer skills
  • Ability to stand for up to 7 hours in an 8 hour shift
  • High School Diploma/GED

Benefits of the Maintenance Technician:

  • Salary of $29.00-33.00 per hour DOQ
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician:

  • Repairing, maintaining, installing and troubleshooting industrial equipment, systems and components including but limited to washers, dryers, steam tunnels, conveyor systems and boilers
  • performing preventive/predictive maintenance
  • performing various welding activities
  • performing boiler chemical testing and making necessary chemistry adjustments
  • performing indoor and outdoor housekeeping
  • maintaining inventory supplies
  • preparing maintenance records
  • identifying and evaluating, monitoring work performed by inside and outside service companies

Job Type: Full Time, Flexible day time hours working between 8AM and 7PM

Salary: $29-33.00 DOQ

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 – $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Maintenance: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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