Masking Technician – 1st Shift
Location: Avtec Finishing - New Hope MN
Starting Wage:
$25.00/hour + DOQ Schedule: 5:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday–Thursday + OT as needed Employment: Full-Time | Direct HireYour Starting Wage Is Only Part of What You Can EarnIf earning more matters to you, there are opportunities to increase your annual earnings beyond your regular hourly wage.
At a starting wage of $25.00/hour, your potential earnings include:
Regular Wages: $52,000/year
Friday Overtime Opportunities: Up to an additional $19,500/year
Weekly Attendance Reward: Up to an additional $2,600/year ($50/week)
Profit Sharing: Up to an additional $4,800/year
Signing Bonus: $1,500 for eligible new hires
Potential Annual Earnings: Up to $78,900*Plus the $1,500 new-hire signing bonus. Potential annual earnings are provided as an illustration and are not guaranteed. Overtime is based on business and production needs and may not be available every week. Attendance Reward and profit-sharing payments are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of the applicable Company programs.
About the Position:
Our facility is looking for a Masking Technician to prepare parts for metal finishing by protecting specific areas according to job paperwork, customer requirements, and work instructions. This is detailed, hands-on production work. You'll work with small parts and detailed areas of larger parts, so good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and the ability to work accurately with your hands are important to success in this position. Previous masking experience is helpful, but it is not required. We are looking for someone who can learn the process, follow instructions carefully, produce consistent quality work, and maintain the pace needed in a production environment.
What You'll Do:
Read and follow job paperwork, work instructions, and established procedures.
Prepare and mask specific areas of parts according to job requirements.
Apply masking materials accurately to small and detailed areas.
Work with small parts requiring good hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity.
Check your work carefully to make sure the correct areas are protected.
Follow instructions from the Lead regarding how each part needs to be masked.
Maintain accuracy while keeping up with production requirements.
Recognize when something doesn't look right and ask questions before proceeding.
Handle parts carefully to prevent damage or quality issues.
Keep your work area clean and organized.
Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.
What We're Looking For:
Strong hand-eye coordination.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work comfortably with small parts and detailed areas.
Good vision for detailed work.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and job paperwork.
Ability to follow established procedures and directions from the Lead.
Ability to perform repetitive, hands-on work while maintaining accuracy.
Ability to stay focused and maintain a steady production pace.
Dependable attendance and punctuality.
Willingness to learn new processes and techniques.
A quality-focused approach—you check your work and ask questions rather than guessing.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to see small details on parts and paperwork.
Ability to use hands and fingers for precise and repetitive tasks.
Ability to handle small parts and masking materials throughout the shift.
Ability to sit or stand as required by the work being performed.
Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
Ability to work in a production environment.
Benefits: Eligible employees have access to a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insuranceNICE Healthcare 401(k) with Company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Weekly Attendance RewardProfit Sharing
- Overtime opportunities
- Company-provided training and opportunities to learn additional skills
- What to Expect When You Apply
Complete the application and screening questions so our HR team can review your qualifications and interest in this type of work.
Selected applicants will be contacted by text or email to schedule an in-person interview. The interview process includes a basic math and ruler assessment and a discussion of the position's duties and work environment.
Please allow up to 14 days for application review.
This is a direct-hire position. We are not seeking assistance from recruiters or staffing agencies for this opening.
Security: This position operates within a secure manufacturing facility. All employees must adhere to strict security policies including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.
Equal Opportunity Employer. The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Veterans are encouraged to apply!
Work Authorization / Security Clearance: The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
