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Sanimax

Plant Operator 2nd Shift

South Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$23.13/hr

Sanimax is looking to hire a Plant Laborer for the 2nd shift. The schedule will be Monday thru Friday from 2 pm to 10:30 pm. Why join Sanimax? * Pay starts at $23.13 (includes a shift premium and ...

Senneca Holdings

Plant Controller

Mankato, MN · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Plant Controller Location: Mankato, MN Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 Benefits Company-Paid Benefits ... Analyze labor, overhead, inventory, scrap, productivity, and production-related costs. * Perform ...

Senneca Holdings

Plant Controller

Mankato, MN · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Plant Controller Location: Mankato, MN Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 Benefits Company-Paid Benefits ... Analyze labor, overhead, inventory, scrap, productivity, and production-related costs. * Perform ...

Anchor Glass Container

Plant Controller

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$116K - $145K/yr

Prepare annual labor, capital and expense budgets. Monitor the plant's performance against budget and analyze variances and recommend appropriate actions to process leaders. Establish procedures for ...

Anchor Glass Container

Plant Controller

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$116K - $145K/yr

Prepare annual labor, capital and expense budgets.Monitor the plant's performance against budget and analyze variances and recommend appropriate actions to process leaders.Establish procedures for ...

Amrize

Plant Manager - Aggregate

Pelican Rapids, MN · On-site

Depending on labor situation and plant size may need to load and/or be part of operating crew. * Supervise team to maintain production and efficiency. Schedule production and execute preventative ...

NAES Corporation

Plant Engineer

Faribault, MN

Opportunity Summary The Plant Engineer will support two generating facilities: Faribault Energy ... labor and resources. * Support reliability studies and manage capital improvement projects to ...

NAES Corporation

Plant Engineer

Faribault, MN

Opportunity Summary The Plant Engineer will support two generating facilities: Faribault Energy ... labor and resources. * Support reliability studies and manage capital improvement projects to ...

NAES

Plant Engineer

Faribault, MN · On-site

Opportunity Summary The Plant Engineer will support two generating facilities: Faribault Energy ... labor and resources. * Support reliability studies and manage capital improvement projects to ...

Amrize

Plant Manager - Aggregate

Pelican Rapids, MN · On-site

Depending on labor situation and plant size may need to load and/or be part of operating crew. * Supervise team to maintain production and efficiency. Schedule production and execute preventative ...

Anchor Glass Container LLC

Plant Controller

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$116 - $145/hr

Prepare annual labor, capital and expense budgets. Monitor the plant's performance against budget and analyze variances and recommend appropriate actions to process leaders. Establish procedures for ...

Smithfield Foods, Inc.

Plant Controller

Saint James, MN · On-site

$96K - $119K/yr

... of plant financial and other control reports. Supervises the maintenance of manufacturing ... labor performance measure reporting. Supervises the preparation of shipping documents, raw ...

EVERIDGE

Plant Manager

Winnebago, MN · On-site

The role of the Plant Manager is to coordinate and direct production activity through the ... Control and minimize labor overtime. * Maintain Production Schedules and Quality Standards * Ensure ...

EVERIDGE MASTER

Plant Manager

Winnebago, MN · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

The role of the Plant Manager is to coordinate and direct production activity through the ... Control and minimize labor overtime. * Maintain Production Schedules and Quality Standards * Ensure ...

Smithfield Foods

Plant Controller

Saint James, MN · On-site

$96K - $119K/yr

... of plant financial and other control reports. Supervises the maintenance of manufacturing ... labor performance measure reporting. Supervises the preparation of shipping documents, raw ...

Smithfield Foods

Plant Controller

Saint James, MN

$96K - $119K/yr

... of plant financial and other control reports. Supervises the maintenance of manufacturing ... labor performance measure reporting. Supervises the preparation of shipping documents, raw ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant laborer in Minnesota is $14.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.61 and $15.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plant Laborer vs Equipment Operator?

AspectPlant LaborerEquipment Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; OSHA safety trainingHigh school diploma; OSHA safety training; sometimes certifications for specific equipment
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, factories, plantsConstruction sites, industrial facilities, plants
Job DutiesAssisting with materials, cleaning, basic maintenanceOperating machinery like bulldozers, cranes, forklifts
Industry UsageCommon in construction, manufacturing, utilitiesCommon in construction, mining, utilities

While both roles work in industrial settings, Plant Laborers perform manual tasks and assist with site preparation, whereas Equipment Operators handle machinery operation. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role based on skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Plant Laborer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, and 19% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $29,842 per year, or $14.3 per hour.

General Plant Laborer - Maple Grove

AVR, Inc.

Maple Grove, MN • On-site

$26 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Application Instructions
AVR, A McNamara Company is looking for a General Plant Laborer to join our team. Our Laborers Team is key in ensuring that the equipment at our concrete plant is operating properly at all times. The weekly work schedule may consist of up to 10+ hour days, with the potential for mandatory overtime on the work week (including Saturdays), depending upon business level requirements.
Position Description
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure that the concrete plant and related equipment is operating properly at all times; inspect and maintain equipment for greasing and oil fluid levels; keep plant and equipment for greasing and oil fluid levels; keep plant and equipment clean and free of excess material.
  • Maintain proper levels of aggregates and admixtures; notify Plant Manager of impending shortages in a timely manner. Keep hoppers full of aggregates.
  • Take and test concrete samples for any spec work timely and accurately, keep all required records, contact Quality Control of any problems or potential problems.
  • Keep equipment and plant site neat and clean at all times; wash the outside of the plant and equipment whenever necessary; maintain plant grounds; pick up trash, etc from grounds; make sure all equipment is in its proper place.
  • Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe manner at all times; wear all required safety equipment; follow all safety guidelines; fill out inspection reports daily; notify the Maintenance Division immediately of any potential or current safety problems.
  • Learn to assist the Plant Manager in batching and other duties when necessary.
  • Assist Dispatch and Plant Manager in truck/driver communications.
  • Perform any miscellaneous duties requested by the plant manager, which may include, but is not limited to, cleaning up around the plant, picking up equipment or supplies, transporting company mail, training another employee, and filling in for an absent employee.
  • Promote and maintain a clean work environment.
  • Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Position Requirements
Requirements:
  • Knowledge of general machine maintenance such as greasing parts, adding oil, cleaning machine, and the like.
  • Possess a natural analytical mindset to understand the working machines and operations processes.
  • Treat customers and inspectors courteously at all times.
  • Suggest and implement new ways to make our business better.
  • Passionate and positive "can do" attitude, willing to learn, and enthusiasm to support new drivers.
  • Self-motivated and strives to deliver great results and continuous improvement. Gets things done.
  • Maintains order and structure to their daily schedule.
  • Proven, prior experience at a ready-mix plant
  • State Certified Concrete Technician
  • CDL

Physical Demands
  • Must be able to climb, push, bend and/or pull on various material handling equipment in order to inspect and repair it.
  • Must pass pre-employment screens.
  • Must be able to lift 75-100 pounds.

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plan options
  • 401K retirement plan with employer contribution, match and profit sharing
  • Life insurance, voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid Time Off for new employees + 8 company paid holidays

Pay: Depending on experience $26-29/hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
McNamara Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color or creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission dealing with discrimination, or any other protected class status.
For more information about your equal employment opportunity rights and protections, click here.
McNamara Companies highly encourages Women, People of Color, Veterans and people of all abilities to apply.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background checks and drug screening.

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