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Description 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. Requirements 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