Production Assistant, Machine Room

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee‑owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest‑quality products and services day in and day out.

And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco‑friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

The Bernard Group is looking for a Production Assistant to join our Machine Room team. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world‑class products to our customers. This role is responsible for assisting machine room personnel with various tasks.

• The ability to work well with others in a team environment
• A willingness to learn enterprise initiatives and improve best practices
• The ability to adapt quickly to new environments and add value on team projects
• A positive attitude, with a disposition to serve others above normal job duties

• Accurately use and understand measuring devices to ensure that work performed matches drawing specifications
• Be able to conform to changing priorities, demands and timelines throughout the workday
• Display high levels of customer service within the organization
• Understand and maintain the values and standards of The Bernard Group related to customer confidentiality, organization principles and employee information
• Continuously display professionalism with customers and management while proficiently taking action to achieve The Bernard Group corporate goals and company initiatives

• Assist CNC Operators and Computer Saw Operators with the loading and unloading of work pieces along with general material handling at the machine
• Perform hand machine operations such as chop saw, jointer, drill press and hand router
• Assist CNC operators and computer saw operators with the loading and unloading of work pieces along with general material handling at the CNC and computer saw
• Assist machine room personnel to maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Understand and adhere to The Bernard Group Fabrication Department quality processes
• Use and understand measuring devices ensuring that work matches drawing specifications
• Conform to changing priorities, demands and timelines throughout the workday
• Perform miscellaneous projects and complete various tasks as requested by management
• Perform duties in other areas of the Fabrication department as needed

• Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• Willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• Fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• Trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• Enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• Adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

• We are a 900‑person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee‑owned
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full‑time position in Chanhassen, MN

$38,844 - $45,021 annually

* Range reflects our good‑faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan‑100% Employee‑Owned
  • 401k with a company match
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

• A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co‑workers by your side
• We have fun!

We believe teams of top talent with clear objectives will consistently outperform centralized control. We put a great amount of energy into building skilled and diverse teams to handle our most challenging pursuits. It’s the difference between average and being a world‑class service provider.

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.