Machine Operator Lead

Alexandria, MN

Full Time

Posted October 26, 2026

$26 - $49/hr

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 27, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Not Specified
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

The Machine Operator Lead operates machinery to meet production schedules and customer delivery expectations.

Operate production and assembly equipment to meet production requirements.
Follow and perform periodic product inspection procedures.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain optimal machine operating speeds.
Complete daily production reports and downtime documentation.
Perform daily autonomous maintenance procedures.
Participate in Continuous Improvement and Kaizen activities.
Maintain 5S standards throughout the work area.
Monitor and coach production employees to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently while meeting production and quality standards.
Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
Stretch-wrap finished goods pallets.
Print production labels and related documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support to team members on the production floor.

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to operate production and assembly equipment.
Ability to use basic inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
Basic shop math skills.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.
Ability to perform a variety of job duties.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
Ability to train and coach others on job-related tasks.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work instructions.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written safety instructions.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Previous manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership experience or ability to lead and develop team members.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.