MACHINE OPERATOR AND WELDER OPPORTUNITIES

Spherion-Owatonna, MN • Full-time • Owatonna, Minnesota, United States • $19 - $25 / hour • 2w ago

Salary: $19.75 - 25.00 per hour + none
Reference: S_178996

Machine Operator & Welding Opportunities

Pay: $19.75 - $25.00+ per hour (Depending on role, experience, and shift)

Looking for a Skilled Manufacturing Career in Owatonna? One Application Opens Multiple Doors. Spherion Staffing is actively hiring Machine Operators, Manual Welders, and Robotic Weld Operators for top manufacturing company in Owatonna, MN. Whether you are an experienced Machine Operator looking for a new setup, a Manual Welder ready for your next project, or a Robotic Weld Operator wanting stability, submitting one application connects you directly to multiple high-paying opportunities. Both Temp-to-Hire and Direct Hire positions are available.

Perks & Highlights:

Competitive Pay: $19.75 to $25.00+ per hour (depending on skill level, role, and shift).
Flexible Schedules: 1st shift, 3rd shift and weekend shift available!
Bi-Annual Bonus Potential: Earn performance-based bonuses up to 10%.
Generous Benefits Package: Complete health/medical benefit 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, growth, and long-term career stability.

Positions We Are Hiring For:

Machine & Fabrication Operators: Setup, run, and assist with preventive maintenance on industrial fabrication machinery.
Manual Welders (MIG/TIG): Read blueprints, set up weld stations, and perform clean, high-quality MIG welding.
Robotic Weld Operators: Load, unload, monitor, and troubleshoot automated robotic welding cells to maintain continuous production flow.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate, set up, or monitor industrial fabrication machinery, manual weld stations, or robotic welding cells.
Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, or gauges to perform quality control checks and maintain specs.
Maintain complete documentation, logbooks, and process check sheets for quality and safety standards.
Safely handle materials and equipment, including the ability to lift, position, and transport parts weighing up to 50 lbs as needed throughout your shift.
Keep work areas clean and adhere strictly to all safety and OSHA guidelines.

(Note: While these primary roles are based in Owatonna, we also have additional manufacturing and skilled trade opportunities in the surrounding local areas.)

Working hours: 7:30 PM - 6:00 AM (Various Shifts Available)

Skills:

Previous experience in machine operation, metal fabrication, manual welding, or robotic welding is preferred (training available for select positions).
Certification from a trade school preferred but not required.

Education:
No Degree Required

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:

Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production machinery or welding equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, schematics, or operational check sheets.
Basic computer or data-entry skills for logbook tracking.
Attention to detail, safety awareness, and reliable attendance.

How this Works:

Apply Once: Submit your resume.
Connect with a Recruiter: A local Spherion recruiter will reach out to review your specific skill set, pay expectations, and schedule preferences.
Get Matched Fast: We match you directly with the best-fitting position.
Don't wait! Apply today to connect with our Owatonna recruiting team and jumpstart your application process!

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 [email protected].

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).