Entry-Level Machine Operator - Paid Training
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$20 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Lake City, Minnesota |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$17.44
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About this job
Job Description
Entry-Level Machine Operator – Paid Training
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus | No Experience Needed
Start a hands-on career with a stable, growing manufacturing company — we’ll train you.
Valley Craft Industries has been building high-quality material handling and safety products for over 70 years. Our Lake City plant is a clean, safety-focused facility where new employees learn valuable skills and grow into long-term careers.
If you’re reliable, motivated, and ready to learn — we want to hear from you!
? Why This Is a Great Place to Start Your Career
? No experience required — full paid training provided
? $1,000 sign-on bonus
? 4-day workweek (no weekends!)
? Competitive pay + shift differential
? Strong benefits & paid time off
? Friendly team culture that supports learning
? Opportunities to move up and learn new machines
Schedule
2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM
(Flexible start/end times possible; overtime as needed)
What You’ll Learn & Do
• Operate production machines (training provided)
• Inspect parts for quality
• Set up materials and support production flow
• Learn multiple areas of the shop over time
• Follow safety procedures
• Work as part of a supportive team
? What We’re Looking For
• Reliable and ready to learn new skills
• Comfortable working on your feet and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Basic mechanical aptitude helpful (but not required)
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check
Benefits Include
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off + 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match + profit sharing
• Referral bonus program
• Career growth & skill development
At Valley Craft Industries, many team members start with no experience and grow into skilled operators, leads, and supervisors.
Valley Craft Ind. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.
Requirements:Our commitment to building only the most rugged and reliable products – together with a relentless and uncompromising dedication to customer satisfaction is what sets Valley Craft apart.
Through thoughtful and intelligent design, we have helped transform the way people work. Over the years, we have helped solve some of the most complex material handling challenges. We help our customers to become better organized and to work smarter, safer, and more efficiently. As our breadth of products continues to evolve with every new innovation, our core values stay the same:
Professional Grade Quality.... Built to Last.... Made in the U.S.A.
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