General Finishing Operator-Days

At UMC, we don’t just make products - we innovate, solve problems, and build a better future. As a proud, privately owned second-generation manufacturer, we’ve earned our reputation as leaders in our industry by producing highly complex parts with precision and ingenuity. What sets us apart? Our people. We’re a passionate team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and going above and beyond. If this sounds like your kind of workplace, keep reading!

Why UMC?

• Generous PTO: Start with 3 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual from day one.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive base salary for day shift roles, with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays.
• 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm, onsite in Monticello, MN.

About the Role

As a General Finishing Operator, you will rotate through various tasks, including assembly, deburring, polishing, washing, and tumbling. Utilizing manual pneumatic, electric, or hand tools, you will produce high-quality, cosmetically appealing products that meet customer specifications and process requirements, while upholding our core values: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.

What You’ll Do

• Accurate and competent use of all inspection equipment related to job inspection requirements such as micrometers, air gauging, optical comparator, refractometer, calipers, go and no-go gauges, thread gauges and plug/pin gauges.
• Follow appropriate process to polish, wash, tumble, bead blast, hone, assemble and deburr parts as needed.
• Effectively repeat processes to ensure parts are consistently free of burrs.
• Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety, responsible for safety awareness, while upholding and improving the culture of safety within the organization. Identify opportunities for improvement and act if appropriate before a problem occurs. Report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, and injuries immediately.
• Consistent fine motor manipulation.
• Regular use of microscope.
• Able to recognize and remove burrs on components.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment in relation to machine trades with secondary operations and assembly experience preferred.
• Experience in finishing or second operations preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to inspect a part and willing to learn how to use inspection equipment.
• Able to interpret blueprints at a basic level, use simple math to perform basic calculations, and use basic hand-held measuring tools.
• Understands how to navigate a computer and proficient in using Epicor, 1factory, and other UMC programs while accurately inputting data into all software systems.
• Able to multitask and willing to learn and develop in other finishing areas.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor, finishing operators or others regarding throughput and part quality both verbally and written.
• Ability to express ideas, share information, listen actively, and demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communications.
• Adheres to UMC Quality Standards.
• Ensure all internal and external customers receive positive service experiences.
• Able to make effective and timely decisions.
• Strong sense of urgency while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to demonstrate troubleshooting capabilities.
• Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of UMC: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.

Culture Fit:

• You’re a team player who thrives on collaboration.
• You bring a growth mindset and embrace challenges with grit.
• You care deeply about delivering excellence and going beyond expectations.

Ready to Join a Winning Team?

If you’re passionate about building relationships, solving problems, and contributing to a culture of innovation, UMC is the place for you. Let’s grow together – apply today and make an impact!

UMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer