Manufacturing & production Machine operator

MACHINE OPERATOR.

mankato, minnesota Posted 8/3/2026 Closes 9/3/2026 Job details Summary Spherion $17.00

• $23.

00 per hour Temp to Perm Various Shifts Available Industry manufacturing & production (Production Occupations) Reference number S_178841 Spherion Staffing is seeking mechanically inclined candidates and experienced operators to fill Equipment & Press Operator roles at a leading print manufacturing facility in North Mankato. Whether you have hands-on experience running specialized machinery or possess strong mechanical aptitude and are ready to advance from entry-level production into machine operation, we want to talk to you! Paid on-the-job machine training is provided for candidate matches with solid technical mechanical skills.

Shifts Available:

1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shifts (Plus Overtime Opportunities!)

Responsibilities:

Press & Digital Operations:

• Setting up and operating digital presses, entry-level web presses, and letterpress machinery.
• Loading paper feeds, preparing inks/toners, and adjusting mechanical tolerances to job specifications.
• Running equipment to apply custom foil stamping and specialty embellishments to paper products and cards.

Foil Stamping & Finishing Operations:

• Setting up and operating foil stamping presses to apply metallic, custom foil, and specialty embellishments to cards and stationeries. ...
• Adjusting foil tension, heat settings, pressure, and die alignment to ensure crisp, high-quality finishes.

Computerized Cutting & Finishing:

• Programming and operating computer-controlled cutters to trim printed sheets down to exact card sizes.
• Running inline finishing, folding, and case-making equipment.

Quality Control & Troubleshooting:

• Inspecting finished products during production runs for color accuracy, alignment, and print quality against order specifications.
• Identifying mechanical issues or defects early, making adjustments to minimize waste and spoilage.

Working hours:

Various Shifts Available Skills:

Experience:

1+ years of machine operation or technical manufacturing experience is preferred, but candidates with strong mechanical backgrounds can be considered!

Education:

No Degree Required Experience:

0-1 years

Qualifications:

Mechanical Aptitude:

Comfortable working with tools, adjusting machinery, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment. Eye for

Precision:

Ability to check die alignments, foil registration, and fine details against order specifications.

Basic Math & Measurement Skills:

Ability to read a ruler, check tolerances, and perform basic setup calculations.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for the majority of the shift and regularly lift up to 25???50 lbs. Ready to take your mechanical skills to the next level? with Spherion Staffing today to schedule an interview with a recruiter! 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 Callcenter@spherion.com. 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). Show more key responsibilities Press & Digital Operations

• Setting up and operating digital presses, entry-level web presses, and letterpress machinery
• Loading paper feeds, preparing inks/toners, and adjusting mechanical tolerances to job specifications
• Running equipment to apply custom foil stamping and specialty embellishments to paper products and cards.

Foil Stamping & Finishing Operations

• Setting up and operating foil stamping presses to apply metallic, custom foil, and specialty embellishments to cards and stationeries
• Adjusting foil tension, heat settings, pressure, and die alignment to ensure crisp, high-quality finishes.

Computerized Cutting & Finishing

• Programming and operating computer-controlled cutters to trim printed sheets down to exact card sizes
• Running inline finishing, folding, and case-making equipment.

Quality Control & Troubleshooting

• Inspecting finished products during production runs for color accuracy, alignment, and print quality against order specifications
• Identifying mechanical issues or defects early, making adjustments to minimize waste and spoilage.

experience 0-1 years skills

Experience:

1+ years of machine operation or technical manufacturing experience is preferred, but candidates with strong mechanical backgrounds can be considered! qualifications

Mechanical Aptitude:

Comfortable working with tools, adjusting machinery, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment.

Eye for

Precision:

Ability to check die alignments, foil registration, and fine details against order specifications.

Basic Math & Measurement Skills:

Ability to read a ruler, check tolerances, and perform basic setup calculations.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for the majority of the shift and regularly lift up to 25???50 lbs. education No Degree Required share this job. send via e-mail print it Get in touch. We are here to help you with your questions. LM Leah Macgregor leahmacgregor@spherion.com