Activar (ACPG) is Now Hiring APPLY TODAY!!! Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity with growth opportunities, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, excellent training, inspiring management, and strong team environment? We are currently hiring a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor for our Bloomington, MN location! Activar Construction Products Group (ACPG) is a dynamic group of six companies that combine resources, innovation, and experience. For more than 70 years, ACPG has offered a broad range of building products to the commercial construction industry. ACPG manufactures and distributes thousands of products to the commercial construction industry. 2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday 3:30pm – 2:00am Weekly opportunities often available to pick up additional overtime hours! Paid weekly! As a 2nd Shift Sheet Metal Production Supervisor, you will be supervising a production team in a fast-paced environment where they are on their feet for eight hours, welding and producing custom formed and assembled commercial products. POSITION PURPOSE: This position is responsible for facilitating and assisting in the deployment of the workforce, materials, machines, and supplies in a manufacturing environment. The Production Supervisor is responsible for: a safe working environment, quality products, on time delivery, sustaining existing processes and products and compliance to existing policies and procedures in order to achieve company goals and objectives. The Production Supervisor provides work direction and manages the performance of direct reports within a specified work cell(s). PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Ensures that all work is performed in a safe manner. • Maintains standards to ensure parts are made to customer quality and specification. • Establishes and adjusts work procedure to ensure on time production. • Prioritizes work orders for each work cell according to the Capacity Task List • Analyzes production schedules and estimates labor hour requirements for completion of jobs. • Fosters a continuous improvement environment every day. • Assists with interviewing, hiring, training, development, and performance management of production area personnel • Remains knowledgeable of all company policies and upholds them consistently • Examines defective machinery to determine cause of malfunction, and reports need for machine repair. • Organizes preemptive maintenance and ensures minimal down machine time. • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product. Reduces lead times and late orders. • Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew. • Reports immediately to management any and all problems, which may affect safety, equipment, tooling, and quality. • Responsible for the minimization of part overruns, eliminating whenever possible or as directed by management. • Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists team members in solving work problems. • Initiates or suggests plans to motivate team members to achieve work goals. • Maintains time and production records. • Attends production meetings, as well as meetings with other supervisors to coordinate activities of departments. • Approves payroll hours for direct reports. • Maintains full working knowledge of all processes. • Ensures a clean and organized work environment. • Operates machines when applicable or based on workload. • Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner in accordance with company guidelines. • Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Able to create a clear vision and think strategically. • Highly effective oral and written communications skills. • Proven ability to influence people and teams to achieve successful results. • Exhibits high credibility and trustworthiness to co-workers, customers and to the company. • Consistent decision making with an ability to define, improve, and organize people around process. • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail. • Tenacity in overcoming obstacles while maintaining productive and positive working relationships. • Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to execute in a rapidly changing fast paced environment that requires strong teamwork. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the capacity to learn new systems. • Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. • Skill in performing accurate arithmetic functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; using decimals, percentages, fractions, and ratios. • Complete blueprint reading/understanding with specific knowledge regarding material properties. • Full understanding of all tools, gages, and other equipment used to inspect production parts. • May be expected to arrive early or stay late to ensure daily requirements are met. EDUCATION ANDEXPERIENCE: Required: • 3 plus years of experience in a relevant manufacturing setting. • Previous leadership experience. • Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D. certification. Preferred: • Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting. • College or related technical degree. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the building. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift up to 60 pounds and move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to work with hazardous materials. The employee may be exposed to hot surfaces, hot air, electrical hazards, and flames. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works with moving machinery and occasionally in outside weather. Benefits include: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Bereavement leave • Community involvement time off • Dental insurance • Earned time off • Employee assistance program • Family and medical leave • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Holiday pay • Life insurance/accidental death and dismemberment • Military leave • Parental leave • Referral program • Short-term and long-term disability • Vision insurance • Personal protective equipment reimbursement • Weekly pay Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Referral program • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Are you available to work 2nd shift Mon. - Thurs. 3:30pm - 2:00am? • What are your expectations for a starting hourly wage? Education: • High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: • Production Supervisor: 1 year (Preferred) • Lead Production: 1 year (Preferred) • Sheet Metal: 1 year (Preferred) • Welding: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Bloomington, MN 55431 (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Metal Technician CARSTAR Bloomington North Bloomington, MN, 55420 JOB SUMMARY The metal Technician is responsible for making repairs to all assigned vehicles, restoring them to pre-accident condition in accordance with industry standards and factory specifications. DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES • Repair damaged vehicles using technical information sheets following APS (Advanced Process Solutions) in accordance with repair orders (RO). • Makes “repair or replace” decisions concerning safety, costs and cycle time. • Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle and fenders. • Perform structural or replacement repairs, airbag replacement and some mechanical work. • Perform different types of sheet metal welding and metal finishing. • File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools. • Work and communicate with Production Manager and Estimators on the vehicle repair status (including supplements). • Meets or exceeds CARSTAR’s requirements for tech efficiency, cycle time (to keep vehicles on schedule for on-time delivery) and return rate. • Utilize all required safety equipment, follows proper repair procedures and adheres to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal. • Keeps personal work area organized and clean, returns tools and maintains parts/materials carts in an organized manner. • Follow CARSTAR’s quality control processes and inspections. • Perform assigned duties in a safe and responsible manner that does not expose yourself or other employees to unnecessary risk of injury. • Attend daily release meetings. • Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS • 2-5 years of auto body collision repair experience required. • High School diploma/GED required, collision tech graduate preferred. • I-CAR certification or ASE training required. • I-CAR welding and ASE Structural (B4) certification strongly preferred. • Experience using frame and measuring equipment. • History of working independently and in a team environment. • Highly organized, able to handle multiple concurrent assignments. • Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record. • Must provide own tools (in working order) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Essential physical requirements include: • Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling • Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping to complete or inspect repairs. • Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs) • Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment. • Standing, sitting and walking • Performing repetitive motions WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure to: • Paint, fumes and particles • Dirt / Dust • Chemicals / Toxins • Varying heat / cold • Intermittent noise • All duties, responsibilities and experience are subject to change by location
See More Details >>Job Summary: This is a direct labor role within the designated department that also supports the Value Stream Manager in day to day activities of co-workers, special projects and trouble-shooting of minor equipment or systems issues. This individual is the subject matter expert and designated trainer for the department, interacts professionally and fosters teamwork between departments. An approachable, supportive demeanor is needed. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Effective performance requires a deep working knowledge of jobs and work flow in your assigned department • Detail orientation, eye and hand coordination, mechanical ability • Thorough understanding and set up ability for all equipment and tools throughout the assigned department • Advanced understanding of sheet metal and its properties • Advanced understanding of paint processes and systems including chemical systems, testing and monitoring, part masking and hanging techniques, standard work documentation, paint application, and all aspects of paint quality testing. • Advanced blue print reading • Knowledge of general production processes and production flow. Intimate knowledge of paint system processes. • Must be able to work from job ticket, manuals or verbal instructions • Fill in for absent plant personnel or where the work load indicates to perform various production process steps including special projects requiring independent action • Assist in training and cross training of employees • Keep work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition, following industry and Dalsin best practices. • Understand and Execute water reclamation maintenance. • Keep GEMBA boards updated and present during daily GEMBA walk • Notify Manager of concerns when help is needed • Train Employees in all facets of Paint Line operation • Use appropriate tools and equipment necessary to perform the job • Discusses resource bottlenecks with Manager and recommends adjustments and changes. • Observes and resolves work/workflow problems or assists employees in solving work problems. Consults with manager as appropriate. • Collaborate and communicate effectively across all levels within the organization to achieve company objectives. • Review Schedules with manager, participate in prioritizing, organizing and coordination of work for effected production employees. • Collaborates with manager to identify and implement ways to improve overall performance within area of responsibility using continuous improvement methods. Suggest, initiate and execute opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, safety and overall effectiveness. • Assists in supporting safety regulations and compliance with company and Metropolitan Council rules, regulations and documentation. Act as a positive role model. • Assist in development and documentation of training and execute assigned training plans for employees within area of responsibility. Assists in validation and periodic updates. • Prepare for and attend daily production meetings when manager is absent or as requested. Communicate job priorities to employees and make required adjustments based on feedback and customer requirements. The job description outlined above is not intended to be a detailed list of job functions or responsibilities. It outlines the essential functions of the job. An individual may be required to perform other duties from time to time. The company reserves the right to amend, change or delete the contents of this job description. Equipment List See specific Department job description Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Skills: • Advanced knowledge of powder paint systems and application including • Powder materials, types, properties, storage and handling. • Cleaning and pretreatment systems, chemistry, testing, monitoring maintenance and regulatory requirements • Conveyance systems and maintenance. • Powder coating application equipment, techniques, maintenance and troubleshooting. • Part masking and hanging techniques focused on quality, line density and optimal transfer efficiency • Dry off and Cure oven set up, maintenance and monitoring. • Overall automated system maintenance and troubleshooting. • Rework techniques and processes. • Advanced blueprint reading • Advanced inspection experience • Setup experience specific to department or equipment • Understanding of Material Properties including Flatness, Surface Grades, Types, Gauge etc. • Appropriate communication skills (Read, Write, Speak, Listen) • Process and detail orientation. Ability to discuss, deploy and document best practices to ensure quality and productivity expectations are achieved or exceeded. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Bloomington, MN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Bloomington earn an average of $15.30 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $2,656. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers' National Training Fund help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
