What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Finishing Operator-Days position at U.M.C., INC.?
Monticello, MN • Production
Job Type
Full-time
Description
At UMC, we don’t just make products - we innovate, solve problems, and build a better future. As a proud, privately owned second-generation manufacturer, we’ve earned our reputation as leaders in our industry by producing highly complex parts with precision and ingenuity. What sets us apart? Our people. We’re a passionate team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and going above and beyond. If this sounds like your kind of workplace, keep reading!
Why UMC?
- Generous PTO: Start with 3 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual from day one.
- Competitive Pay: Attractive base salary for day shift roles, with opportunities for growth.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays.
- 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
- Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
- Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm, onsite in Monticello, MN.
About the Role
As a General Finishing Operator, you will rotate through various tasks, including assembly, deburring, polishing, washing, and tumbling. Utilizing manual pneumatic, electric, or hand tools, you will produce high-quality, cosmetically appealing products that meet customer specifications and process requirements, while upholding our core values: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.
What You’ll Do
- Accurate and competent use of all inspection equipment related to job inspection requirements such as micrometers, air gauging, optical comparator, refractometer, calipers, go and no-go gauges, thread gauges and plug/pin gauges.
- Follow appropriate process to polish, wash, tumble, bead blast, hone, assemble and deburr parts as needed.
- Effectively repeat processes to ensure parts are consistently free of burrs.
- Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety, responsible for safety awareness, while upholding and improving the culture of safety within the organization. Identify opportunities for improvement and act if appropriate before a problem occurs. Report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, and injuries immediately.
- Consistent fine motor manipulation.
- Regular use of microscope.
- Able to recognize and remove burrs on components.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment in relation to machine trades with secondary operations and assembly experience preferred.
- Experience in finishing or second operations preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to inspect a part and willing to learn how to use inspection equipment.
- Able to interpret blueprints at a basic level, use simple math to perform basic calculations, and use basic hand-held measuring tools.
- Understands how to navigate a computer and proficient in using Epicor, 1factory, and other UMC programs while accurately inputting data into all software systems.
- Able to multitask and willing to learn and develop in other finishing areas.
- Communicate effectively with supervisor, finishing operators or others regarding throughput and part quality both verbally and written.
- Ability to express ideas, share information, listen actively, and demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communications.
- Adheres to UMC Quality Standards.
- Ensure all internal and external customers receive positive service experiences.
- Able to make effective and timely decisions.
- Strong sense of urgency while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
- Must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to demonstrate troubleshooting capabilities.
- Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of UMC: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.
Culture Fit:
- You’re a team player who thrives on collaboration.
- You bring a growth mindset and embrace challenges with grit.
- You care deeply about delivering excellence and going beyond expectations.
Ready to Join a Winning Team?
If you’re passionate about building relationships, solving problems, and contributing to a culture of innovation, UMC is the place for you. Let’s grow together – today and make an impact!
UMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Salary Description
$20-$25/hour
Salary : $20 - $25