Why You Should Work Here
Since founder Don Kotula opened his garage door to the world in 1980, Northern Tool + Equipment has stayed true to a vision that has guided the company ever since — building lasting relationships by providing the right solution for our customers. Today, Northern Tool + Equipment has grown into a billion-dollar company that provides over 70,000 carefully chosen tools via catalogs, website and retail stores. We seek talented people who wish to share their initiative, ideas and expertise; we develop and support our teams and we put them in a position to succeed. We know our customer, we provide value and we act with integrity. We are True Northern.
- MN Top Workplaces recipient for 5 years in a row – recognized as a top scorer in work/life balance
- Work/life balance continually scores at the top in engagement surveys
- Remote work options
- Generous PTO plan
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO) – paid time off to volunteer
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Caregiving support – all employees eligible for a company paid membership to Bright Horizons to support finding resources and receive discounts to meet care giving needs
- Reasonable retail hours, no big box hours here!
- Member of Make Time to Vote organization – paid time off to vote
Job Description
Assemble products in a timely manner.
Day to Day Responsibilities
- Assemble products in a timely manner.
- Ensure high quality of each product assembled.
- Operate various hand tools, such as air drills and screw guns, as necessary for production.
- Work on different areas of the lines, such as generator, pressure washer or log splitter line, as production schedule dictates.
- Review board containing goal and number of units achieved each day and report on work card.
- Maintain a positive attitude and work in manner that promotes a safe working environment.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Minimum Years of Experience
High school education or equivalent. Entry level but previous manufacturing experience preferred. Mechanical ability or aptitude preferred. Ability to work accurately with numbers and details. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to complete projects with general instructions and within time constraints.
Salary or Hourly Rate
$500 sign-on bonus paid at the completion of 90 days! $17 per hour starting wage. Voluntary OT available.
Benefits
Fun stuff:
- Annual summer picnic
- Team lunches + ice cream socials
- Holiday celebrations
- Casual/Dress for Your Day
- Interdepartmental team events and competitions – we love a little friendly competition
- Service awards + Core Values recognition program
Financial benefits:
- 401k with company match
- Life Insurance (company paid and provides 1X annual salary in coverage)
- Supplemental life Insurance available for employee, spouse, and children
- Travel Assistance program - benefits available for emergency situations while traveling
- Accident and Critical Care coverage
- Employee Discount at all Northern Tool companies
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Incentive Plan programs
Health & Wellness:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- 100% coverage for in network preventive care
- Disease prevention and management including weight loss support through Omada
- Tobacco cessation support
- Company sponsored fitness and wellness challenges
- Employee Assistance Program (includes 24/7 support and up to 3 in person counseling sessions at no cost)
- Short term + long-term disability (company paid, provides up to 60% of monthly covered earnings)
- Flex Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
- Grand Rounds – health care advocate to support employees with accessing quality care
- Learn to Live – mental health online support/resources for all employees and family members
Make an Impact:
- Volunteer Time Off – paid time off to volunteer!
- Charitable Matching Programs
- Community Health Charities sponsor
- Regular donations made to 360 Communities
- Member of Make Time to Vote organization
Career growth and advancement:
- Regular 1-1s and coaching
- Access to talent management technology to support individual career development and aspirations
- Access to many Learning + Development offerings online and in person
- Partnerships with many educational programs, organizations, and institutions
- Internship and apprentice offerings
- Stretch assignments and opportunity to try out new things!
- Tuition assistance
- Various leadership development programs for leaders at all stages in their management career
Application Information
All we need is your resume to start!
