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Rotocast Machine Operator - Gemstar 1st Shift

Gemini Inc.
21.27 To 28.46 (USD) Hourly
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, profit sharing
United States, Minnesota, Cannon Falls
103 Mensing Way (Show on map)
Apr 24, 2025
Company Overview
GEMSTAR has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and commercial cases since 1964 and operates under two business unit brands. GEMSTAR Manufacturing provides custom fabrication and contract manufacturing for plastic parts and assemblies. GEMSTAR Custom Hard Cases offers three rugged case platforms: Sentinel, VersaPro and Stronghold. For more information, visit www.gemstarmfg.com.
Gemstar is looking for an experienced 1st Shift - Machine Operator to join the team at our location in Cannon Falls, MN! The schedule for this position is 5/8 hour days from 7:00am - 3:30pm (Mon - Fri) with a 30 minute unpaid lunch. Overtime is scheduled as needed. The position is responsible for set up and operation of Gemstar's roto-molding equipment to produce parts per specifications pertaining to size, warpage, and aesthetics. Come be a part of a great opportunity at Gemstar, where our customer commitment and teamwork build the foundations for success.

A day in the life of a Machine Operator (Robotics) at Gemstar includes:

  • Operating machinery (robotics and rotational molding equipment) to produce custom plastic parts and cases
  • Reviews work orders to determine what mold and materials are required.
  • Prepares molds by cleaning and applying release agents when necessary.
  • Weighs the correct shot weight in order to achieve the proper wall thickness per print.
  • Inputs proper operational cycles into computer per work order instructions.
  • Loads and unloads product, being careful not to damage molds.
  • Reads blueprints and SOP's to ensure that products are produced in accordance with company QA/QC standards
  • Cuts and sorts scrap materials to type and color
  • Is extremely quality conscious of mold handling, care, and maintenance.
  • Performs continuous inspection of work performed to ensure that tools and molds produced are consistent with company standards of quality.
  • Maintains an awareness of variable conditions affecting the operation of equipment such as heat cycles, oven temperature, cooling cycles, inert gas or air, and the ratio of rotation of both axes.
  • Always maintains department in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Aware of and complies with ISO standards and quality management system.
  • Collaborating with Engineering to build custom solutions to customer problems
  • Working in a clean, high-temperature environment
  • Reporting to the Plant Manager

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED - or demonstrated equivalency through work experience and education.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a production environment
  • Mechanical hands-on experience

Benefits:

  • $0 Health Insurance Premium for Employee-Only Coverage (Plus low-cost premiums for other coverage levels!)
  • 4% Retirement Match with Profit Sharing
  • Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Parental, Volunteer, and Sick)
  • Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Get Paid Weekly
  • Use of Company Owned Resort in Hayward, WI
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

About Us:

  • As a leader in the signage manufacturing industry, Gemini, Inc. has been providing stability to our employees since 1963. We know what it means to be human, and we strive to make sure our employees feel valued. Due to our incredible family of employees, we have grown substantially and are looking to grow our team further with like-minded individuals that share in our company values: Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Respect, Diversity, Stability, Stewardship.
  • We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
  • Gemini will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For additional assistance email;hr.dept@geminisignproducts.comor call(507) 263-3957and ask for the Human Resources Representative assigned to the location of interest.
  • Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
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