Assistant Operator Jobs in Farmington, MN (NOW HIRING)

The Clamp Truck Operator safely stages units in the warehouse, loads and unloads trailers, and performs final visual quality inspections to ensure all products leave the facility in excellent condition. This role ensures that all units are properly banded, clearly tagged, and accurately documented, while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Shift Times:

2nd Shift: 3:45pm-12:15am, Monday-Friday

3rd Shift: 11:45pm-8:15am, Monday-Saturday Morning

Pay

$23.00 per hour, plus shift differential for 2nd or 3rd shift

             3rd shift differential: $1.50 per hour

Responsibilities

• Stage units in the warehouse and load and unload trailers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Ensure all units are properly banded and that each unit has a clear, visible load tag before loading.
• Inspect units to confirm there are no broken or missing straps prior to loading or unloading.
• Perform final visual quality inspections on all items being loaded and unloaded, identifying and reporting any defects or issues.
• Verify that unit counts and truck or carrier counts are accurate and match shipping documents.
• Review and ensure all paperwork is complete, accurate, and properly processed for each load.
• Follow all safety and company policies and immediately report any issues, accidents, or incidents.
• Complete required online safety training each month as assigned.
• Maintain regular, predictable, and exemplary attendance, including working flexible or extended hours as needed.
• Read and interpret the Wet End run schedule and lay down the correct rolls for upcoming paper grades.
• Drive and handle rolls using clamp and related equipment in a safe manner consistent with company rules and training.
• Assist operators in peeling and prepping rolls when rolls are damaged, and ensure damaged rolls are not returned to roll stock.
• Ensure butt rolls are properly prepped for return to the roll room in accordance with procedures.
• Clean and reorganize the warehouse as needed to maintain a clean, safe work area and ensure proper rotation of stock.
• Unload trucks or railcars when required, following all applicable processes and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately.
• Use RF scanners and other warehouse technology as needed to track inventory and support warehouse operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with automated equipment and modern warehouse systems.
• Comfort working with paper rolls or similar materials that require careful handling.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operators and other team members to support production flow.
• Willingness to learn additional skills and cross-train in related warehouse or production tasks.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from year-round employment that supports long-term job stability, along with weekly pay and a comprehensive, affordable benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match. A highly rewarding monthly bonus program, available from the first day of employment and averaging approximately $400 in additional income per month, recognizes strong performance. A Pay for Skills program allows employees to increase their earnings as they learn new skills, while paid holidays, overtime pay, and vacation time support a healthy work-life balance. The organization fosters a respectful, empowering, team-oriented, and employee-friendly culture with clear opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cottage Grove, MN.

The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $52000.00/yr.

Health Vision Dental 401K

This is a fully onsite position in Cottage Grove,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.