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At Kurt Die Casting our employee experience and vertical-manufacturing facility set us apart. We take pride in our employees and work to the highest standards, equipped with the tools, opportunities and technology to produce top-quality, complex aluminum and zinc die castings.

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Kurt Manufacturing is actively seeking a 2nd Shift Die Cast Operatives Supervisor I. This position is responsible for the operations and production activities of assigned department(s), ensuring production goals are efficiently met while upholding the highest standards of safety and quality. This position coordinates work assignments and supervises shop floor employees, ensuring policies and procedures are followed to maintain effective operations (CNC Machining, Inspection, Assembly, Machine Operations, Shipping/Receiving and Die Cast).

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday; 3:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Compensation: The anticipated starting hourly rate this position is expected to be $29.00 - $37.50. The hourly rate may be determined on a combination of factors including the candidate's knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.

Shift Differential: Employees assigned to the second shift are eligible for a 20% pay differential for hours worked.

Essential Functions

+ Oversee production schedules, coordinates workflow, and ensure production goals are met, modifying work procedures and using knowledge of machine and equipment capacities to adjust.

+ Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.

+ Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.

+ Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product, and suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department or work crew.

+ Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.

+ Recommends or initiates personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary measures.

+ Responsible for training new and existing employees.

+ Maintains time and production records.

+ May confer with other Supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.

+ May set up machines and equipment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

Required

+ High School Diploma or equivalent GED

+ Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment (5+ years)

+ Understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems

+ Successful experience providing work direction or acting in a lead or supervisory role

+ Organizational and leadership abilities

+ Ability to adhere to company policies, procedures, and work instructions

+ Good communication and interpersonal skills

+ Self-motivated and results-driven

+ Effective problem-solving skills

Preferred

+ A Degree in technical engineering, or relevant field

+ 8+ years of related experience

+ Previous experience leading, setting up and assisting on machines

Benefits

+ Medical, dental, vision plans which are effective on your hire date.

+ Health Care Savings Account (HSA)

+ Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

+ Company Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD)

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Paid Bereavement Leave

+ Paid Time Off

+ Paid Holidays

+ Employee Assistance Program

Physical Demand Factors

The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee’s individual work responsibilities.

Strength Level Rating: Light work. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

A worker in this job will frequently (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time):

+ Reach by extending hands and arms

+ Handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands

+ Pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers

+ Talk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral information

+ Hear by perceiving the nature of sounds by ear

+ Have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less

The worker will occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time):

+ Adjust vision to bring objects into sharp focus

100% employee owned, Kurt Die Casting is a division of Kurt Manufacturing and located near Minneapolis, MN. Employees at our die casting facility can gain experience in multiple areas of manufacturing including aluminum and zinc die casting, CNC machining, automation, and quality control. We have over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space with the capacity and capability to service a diverse set of customers and industries. Kurt Die Casting features 20 CNC machining centers and 15 die casting machines ranging in size from 500 to 1,200 tons. Many of the castings we produce feature challenging designs that require secondary operations such as machining, finishing and assembly.

What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That’s why we’ll never settle for good enough. It’s this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.

Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.

Job Details

Job Family Non-exempt

Pay Type Hourly

Employment Indicator Regular