machine operator.

Spherion Staffing is actively hiring experienced Machine Operators for a top manufacturing company in Owatonna, MN. If you are an experienced operator looking for setup responsibilities or long-term career stability on 3rd shift, apply today to connect directly with our local recruiting team.

Perks & Benefits:

• Bi-Annual Bonus Potential: Earn performance-based bonuses up to 10%
• Generous Benefits Package: Complete medical/health plans, 401(k) with company match, pension options, and stock purchase plans
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accrued from day one, plus paid holidays
• On-Site Health Perk: Full access to an on-site employee fitness center
• Career Advancement: Clear pathways for skills training and long-term growth

Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and assist with preventive maintenance on industrial fabrication machinery.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, or gauges to ensure adherence to strict quality specs.
• Maintain complete documentation, process check sheets, and daily logbooks for quality control.
• Safely handle materials and equipment, including lifting, positioning, and transporting parts weighing up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Keep work areas clean and adhere strictly to all safety and OSHA guidelines.

Working hours: 7:30 PM - 6:00 AM

Skills:

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort operating industrial production machinery.
• Education: No degree required; certification from a trade school is a plus.

Education:
No Degree Required

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1+ year of experience in machine operation or metal fabrication preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and operational check sheets.
• Basic computer or data-entry skills for logbook tracking.
• High attention to detail, strong safety awareness, and reliable attendance on night shifts.

Apply: Submit your resume today.
Connect: A local Spherion recruiter will reach out to discuss your machine operating experience and pay expectations.
Get Started: Fast-track your hiring process and secure your 3rd-shift position!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).