Plater/Line Operator 1st shift
The Lindgren Group · Avtec Finishing · United States · On-site
Posted Oct 5, 2026
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
PLATER / LINE OPERATOR – 1st SHIFT
Location: Avtec Finishing - New Hope MN
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour + DOQ Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. + OT
Overtime is on Friday. It could be anything from none to occasionally to weekly, based on need. Employment: Full-Time | Direct Hire Sign-On Bonus: $3,000
EARN MORE THAN YOUR HOURLY RATE
Your regular full-time wages at $26.00/hour equal approximately $58,240 per year — and there are opportunities to earn considerably more.
Potential additional annual earnings include:
Friday Overtime Opportunity: Up to $20,280/year
Weekly Attendance Reward: Up to $2,600/year ($50/week)
Profit Sharing: Up to $4,800/year
That’s up to $27,680 in additional earning potential each year , bringing total potential annual compensation to approximately $81,760 .
Plus a $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new hires.
Overtime is based on business needs and availability and is not guaranteed. Attendance Reward, Profit Sharing, Sign-On Bonus, and other incentive programs are subject to eligibility and program requirements.
A HANDS-ON PRODUCTION JOB FOR SOMEONE WHO LIKES TO THINK
This isn't a typical assembly-line job.
As a Plater / Line Operator , you'll operate a metal-finishing production line and be responsible for getting parts through the process correctly, safely, and on schedule.
There's a little science, some problem-solving, plenty of hands-on work, and a strong get-it-done attitude involved. You do not need previous plating experience. We will train the right person. What we do is not taught in schools.
What we do need is someone who can read and follow written instructions, learn a process, pay attention to details, troubleshoot when something doesn't look right, and reliably show up as part of the crew every day.
If you like staying busy, working with your hands, figuring things out, and seeing what you accomplished at the end of the day, this may be a good fit.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Operate an assigned metal-finishing production line.
Read and follow work orders, process sheets, written instructions, and SOPs.
Verify that parts are processed according to customer and quality requirements.
Monitor tanks, equipment, timing, temperatures, chemistry, and other process requirements.
Make routine adjustments within established procedures.
Recognize when something doesn't look right and take appropriate action.
Perform basic calculations and measurements related to the plating process.
Inspect parts throughout the process for quality and potential problems.
Keep production moving while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Complete required production paperwork accurately.
Work closely with Rackers, other Line Operators, Leads, Quality, and Production Management.
Follow safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Help the crew meet daily production…