Manufacturing Operator Lead - WKND Shift
nvent · Anoka, MN, US · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 24 – 44 a hour
Posted Oct 5, 2026
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We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
POSITION SUMMARY
To set up, adjust, maintain and efficiently operate laser systems (FOL), as well as the WEMO, and Cutting machines. Use computerized manufacturing technologies to lead and guide the initial phase of the fabrication process.
Shift Hours:
Fri/Sat/Sun 5 AM to 5:30 PM
*Must also be able to train during 1st or 2nd Shift*
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide backup to the Production Supervisor.
Support the production process by filling in positions on the line when vital to maintain the flow of work when absences occur (Vacation, PTO, Restroom breaks, etc.).
Knowledge of Lean principles in order to lead and participate in Kaizen events.
Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout department through the deployment of the Lean methodology.
Able to implement company and department policy.
Uses computerized manufacturing technologies or related systems to meet production and customer requirements.
Performs set-up duties on fabrication equipment and the safety devices in accordance with production documentation.
Positions production materials and tooling and maintains accurate dimensions according to print specifications.
Operates and adjusts various equipment, including controllers, and edits programs according to production documentation.
Meets established performance standards to ensure production schedules are met.
Aligns with all applicable safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to team leader or appropriate resource.
Ensures that products and systems meet Hoffman quality standards.
Inspects work to ensure accurate dimensional requirements are met per prints.
Performs specified preventative maintenance procedures, and assists Maintenance and outside sources with trouble-shooting systems.
Takes action and notifies appropriate resource when problems arise concerning equipment, operations, materials, etc.
Participates actively as a team member through continuous improvement activities to meet customer needs.
Maintains a clean, safe, and well-kept work area.
May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.
Perform rotational assignments including metal prep, welding, spot-welding, grinding, and assembly.
Must rotate through Accessory Cell.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
1 year of CNC manufacturing equipment experience preferred.
2+ years production work experience preferred.
Computer experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards and Radan, Digital Production Assistant (DPA)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of all operations of the assigned production process required
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with…