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Equipment Operator (2nd Shift)

Taylor Corporation
North Mankato, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Mar 2026
💰 $42,000/yr($32,000/yr$42,000/yr)

About the role

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Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future  and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re in this for the long haul. 

 

Ready to build a career? It’s time to look at Taylor. 

Your Opportunity: Label Works, a division of Taylor Corporation, is seeking an Equipment Operator in our North Mankato-MN facility to work in our slitting, cutting, and shipping areas. This role is responsible for operating machines to finish production orders and assisting with the shipping process. We are looking for someone who is mechanically inclined and comfortable operating multiple pieces of equipment during their shift based on product and staffing needs.

Work Authorization: 
To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. 

Your Responsibilities

  • Operate automatic or semi-automatic machines in a continuous production environment, including cutters, slitters, and shrink wrappers

  • Assist in shipping by pre-boxing and preparing orders

  • Proofread and quality-check product for accuracy and quality standards

  • Clean and maintain the work area in compliance with safety regulations

  • Assist in other departmental areas as workload requires

Your Shift

  • 2nd Shift; Monday - Friday, 4:00pm - 12:30am

You Must Have

  • Mechanical and technical aptitude

  • Basic math skills, including reading a ruler and calculating label dimensions for stock optimization

  • Ability to operate equipment to meet production and quality standards

  • Ability to understand verbal and written instructions for work orders

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift

  • Ability to consistently lift up to 40 pounds

Requirements Within This Position

  • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand

  • Regularly required to remain in a stationary position

  • Constant operation of machinery and handling of print materials

  • Frequent movement throughout the facility

  • Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, and carry 25+ pounds

We Would Also Prefer

  • Ability to distinguish colors

  • Experience in a production or manufacturing environment

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $16 –$21. The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation

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Taylor Corporation

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