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Landscape Structures Plastic Welder and Fabricator in Delano, Minnesota
Regular Full-Time
Delano, MN, US
ABOUT LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES
Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Plastic Welder and Finisher is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating fabrication machinery and equipment to bend, cut, and form materials to meet precise specifications. This role works directly from drawings, blueprints, bills of material, and work instructions to accurately produce fabricated components with minimal supervision.
Hours: M-F, 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
VALUES
Innovation
Commitment & Passion
Integrity
Team & Relationships
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows the LSI QMS (standardized work and documented procedures).
Participates in continuous improvement initiatives through the monthly department presentations, including newspapers, 5s, two second lean opportunities and understanding and participates in improving the LSI environmental impacts and aspects.
Ensures compliance with all applicable standards: ISO 9001 quality, 14001 environmental, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
Adheres to all safety procedures (including participating in safety audits, following machine guarding and lockout/tag out, proper lifting techniques, etc.), PPE requirements, and reporting incidents (including reporting near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately).
Set up, adjust, and operate basic fabrication machinery to bend, cut, and form materials according to specifications.
Read and follow drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to produce components accurately.
Use hand tools, power tools, and basic fixtures to complete fabrication tasks.
Perform simple machine setups and make minor adjustments to maintain part quality and dimensional accuracy.
Inspect fabricated parts for correctness and report defects or deviations to a lead or supervisor.
Safely load, unload, and handle raw materials and finished components.
Assist higher level fabricators with complex setups, tooling adjustments, or multistep fabrication tasks.
ATTRIBUTES
Acts with Safety in Mind: Actively promotes and maintains a safe working environment by identifying hazards and following safety protocols.
Focus on Quality: Produces work that consistently meets specifications and prevents defects.
Committed to Delivery: Meets production targets while maintaining quality and safety.
Positively Affects Morale: Contributes positively to team performance and workplace culture.
Shows Consideration for the Environment: Operates responsibly to reduce environmental impact
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic understanding of manufacturing or fabrication environments.
Previous experience in a Fabrication role preferred.
Ability to read and follow simple drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools and power tools.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to measure and verify parts accurately.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
High school completion or equivalent preferred.
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The target hourly range is $18.50 - $22.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.
In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.
Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.
https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf