Full-Time

Equipment Operator

3rd Shift

Posted on 8/20/2026

Taylor

Taylor

5,001-10,000 employees

Diversified printing, packaging, and marketing services

Compensation Overview

$18 - $25/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

North Mankato, MN, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)

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Requirements
  • Ability to set adjustable mechanisms to required tolerances.
  • High degree of mathematical skill and attention to detail.
  • High degree of mechanical ability.
  • Good reading ability.
  • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others understand.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position as regularly required.
  • Ability to constantly operate machinery and handle products, including print materials.
  • Ability to move inside the facility frequently.
  • Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, or carry 25 or more pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and operate printing press equipment in compliance with job specifications and company quality standards and procedures.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly equipment maintenance to ensure optimum output.
  • Prepare inks for proper color and consistency.
  • Check paper for type, size, color, and quantity.
  • Check plates for correct format.
  • Visually inspect forms throughout the run for quality.
  • Coordinate with the Production Team to produce and prioritize jobs, reorganizing work when necessary to meet deadline changes and updates.
  • Maintain knowledge of safety requirements for the job and equipment.
  • Operate equipment including palletizers, Surface Mount II, one- to two-color printers, Machine II, Packaging II, folding equipment, cutter programs, and multicolor photocopiers using ink or toner.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to work with very close tolerances.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with team members.
  • High degree of analytical skill.
  • Good color discernment.

Taylor is a diversified provider of marketing communications products, services, and technologies. It uses printed and digital methods to create and deliver marketing materials for leading brands, across mail, email, retail settings, and mobile devices. Taylor’s offerings come from an expansive in-house production network and range of solutions designed to support businesses and consumers in many industries. The company differentiates itself through its privately held, family-led ownership, its breadth of capabilities—spanning multiple media channels and production technologies—and its commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing. Taylor’s goal is to create opportunity and security for its employees while helping customers grow their brands with efficient, environmentally mindful communications over the long term.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

North Mankato, Minnesota

Founded

1975

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Taylor’s 2026 careers page says openings are filled through internal promotions above industry average.
  • The company is investing $18 million in Radcliff, Kentucky, adding 28 jobs in 2026.
  • Taylor’s 2026 newsletter focus on supply-chain pricing gives customers a defense against procurement volatility.

What critics are saying

  • A 33-person North Mankato reduction on 2025-10-17 shows ongoing workforce discipline.
  • Revelio Labs put 2026 headcount at 11,727, down 3.2% since 2023.
  • If margins compress, private ownership limits external capital and forces slower modernization across plants.

What makes Taylor unique

  • Taylor Corporation bundles print, labeling, packaging, signage, and digital workflow under one roof.
  • Its North Mankato platform spans 200-plus patents and top-10 North American scale.
  • Taylor’s 2026 site emphasizes internal promotions, signaling a durable training-and-retention engine.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Program

Company News

PR Newswire
May 14th, 2026
Southern Nevada lands 200+ jobs and $166M in capital investment across manufacturing and tech

Southern Nevada has secured over 200 new jobs and more than $166 million in capital investment through multiple projects approved by the Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development Board. The initiatives are expected to generate approximately $227 million in two-year economic impact across advanced manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy and technology sectors. Key projects include Nuance Medical expanding with a new headquarters in Clark County, creating 25 jobs, and Redapt relocating its global headquarters to Henderson with 75 new positions averaging $76.59 per hour. In North Las Vegas, Edgewood Renewables will develop a renewable gasoline facility with $138.7 million in capital investment and 60 jobs, whilst Taylor Print and Forge Industries are also expanding operations. The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance facilitated the developments, reinforcing Nevada's position as a destination for business growth and economic diversification.

WLKY
Dec 26th, 2021
Taylor Corporation increases headcount by 28

The Taylor Corp., which is among the largest graphic communications companies in the U.S., is planning to invest $18 million in its existing Radcliff production, creating 28 new jobs.

Global Media & Entertainment Ltd
Nov 11th, 2021
Taylor Corporation launched track list for 'Red – Taylor's Version on Feb 11th 20'.

Taylor finally announced the track list for 'Red – Taylor's Version' after giving fans a cryptic crossword-type clue in a short video.

GameSpot
Sep 24th, 2021
Naughty Dog, Inc. partnered with Taylor Corporation on Sep 24th 21'.

Additionally, Naughty Dog's partnership with Taylor expands to include new guitar picks and straps, while the Taylor 314ce and GS Mini guitars will now be sold across Austria, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and the UK.

NDTV
Sep 6th, 2021
Taylor Corporation increases headcount by 1800

Taylor is competing with Austin, Texas to land the plant which is expected to create about 1,800 new jobs.