Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
Join our team as a Manufacturing Area Coordinator!
This position is ONSITE based in Brooklyn Park.
Shift: Mon - Thurs 7 am - 5 pm
Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, developers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what they do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
You will:
Trim off gates and flash from plastic parts according to specified cosmetic grade using tools
Support presses in molding department – operate molding cycle, inspect parts, trim parts
Count/weigh parts
Verify order quantities
Package parts according to requirements
Support press operators during break times
Perform shift hand offs
Train press operators on all essential functions of Finishing
Assign press operators to specific machines, in line with quality, efficiency and utilization
Enter process information into computer
Ensure that order quantities and customer specifications have been met
Inspect completed orders for accuracy
Inspect parts at the injection molding presses. Interface with shift supervisor and/ or quality control staff regarding order quantities and part quality
Coordinate corrective action as necessary with department supervisor and co-workers
Identify quality issues relating to trimming, injection molding, packaging, and order fulfillment. Report same to supervisor or QA staff
Transport finished parts from injection molding to finished goods area
Determine if an order is shippable
Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department
Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization
Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance
Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures
Perform additional tasks as assigned
You have:
Strong attention to detail is required
Demonstrated ability to influence and teach others
Good written and oral communication skills
Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills
Substantially meets the skill and physical requirements of the Finishing area (must be able to demonstrate job skills and actions)
Patience, tolerance, and an understanding that people learn in different ways and at different rates
Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby knives, utility knives, diagonal-cutting pliers
Able to use measuring instruments such as scales and calipers
Able to use a computer and calculator
Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic
Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
Must be punctual and have good attendance
Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or te
Education Requirements:
High school diploma and or equivalent work experience
Technical/other training in Manufacturing Technology Preferred
Physical Job Requirements:
Stand and/or sit for the entire shift
Lift up to 70 pounds waist high, carry up to 70 pounds alone
Essential job duties require reaching, bending, and grasping; good finger dexterity, ability to do close work and good vision
Able to do repetitive hand clipping
Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads
What you will get:
You have flexibility to work from home or in the office
We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus opportunity
In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
Dental and Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid caregiver leave
You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours
401k with company match and immediate vest
Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
And More!
Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.
Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.