Material Handler - 1st Shift

Company Overview

Gemstar Manufacturing® has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and protective hard cases for over 60 years and operates under two business unit brands. Gemstar Custom Part Solutions is a full-service manufacturer providing solutions to unique custom plastic part needs. Gemstar Protective Hard Cases offers four rugged case lines:
Stronghold®, Robo Rack®, Sentinel®, and Versa Pro®. For more information, visit

Gemstar is a division of Gemini, Inc., a second-generation, family‑owned wholesale manufacturer of dimensional signage. Gemstar is looking for a Material Handler on 1st Shift to join the team at our location in Cannon Falls, MN! This position is responsible for working under general supervision moving incoming purchased parts and material between departments as required by production. Loads and unloads trucks.

Supports Maintenance staff with special projects and light preventative maintenance duties. Come be a part of a positive, people‑first culture that is focused on leveraging each team members’ strengths to help bring our customers’ unique signage products to life.

Wage Range: USD $19.36 - $25.38 per Hour

Location: Cannon Falls, MN

Type: Full Time – On‑site

Schedule: 5/8 hour days 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Monday through Thursday) and 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Friday)

Overtime: Scheduled as needed.

• Operates forklift truck, or other material handling devices in the distribution of company products and materials.
• Completes required documentation and updates receiving database on all material received.
• Places received and inspected materials in appropriate bins, shelves, and storage locations, ensuring that materials are stored in a neat and orderly manner.
• Makes computer entries pertaining to all shipping and receiving transactions.
• Conducts a monthly inventory of raw materials and provides such information to the Plant Manager.
• Removes scrap from work locations and transports to appropriate recycling area.
• May perform various duties as assigned in the Maintenance Department in the event of absent employees or as time allows.
• Performs the duties of a Utility Operator as time allows and need dictates.
• May perform light preventive maintenance on company transporting equipment and notifies Maintenance Lead of major mechanical repairs required.
• Assists in locating stock that may be received for the production process.
• Operates all equipment in a safe manner and always follows standard safety rules.
• Always maintains a neat and orderly work area.
• Maintains an atmosphere of cooperation with department employees and superiors.
• Aware of and complies with ISO standards and Gemstar’s quality management system.
• All other duties as needed for the benefit of the group or organization.

• Must complete powered industrial truck certifications and successfully pass performance tests.
• Customer focused mindset with ability to work projects simultaneously.
• Openness to flexibility to work in multiple areas depending on the company’s need.
• Above average skills in problem solving, troubleshooting and communication.

• Must complete powered industrial truck certifications and successfully pass performance tests.
• Customer focused mindset with ability to work projects simultaneously.
• Openness to flexibility to work in multiple areas depending on the company’s need.
• Above average skills in problem solving, troubleshooting and communication.

• 2+ years forklift operation experience preferred.

• $0 Health Insurance Premium for Employee-Only Coverage (Plus low-cost premiums for other coverage levels!)
• 4% Retirement Match with Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Parental, Volunteer, and Sick)
• Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Get Paid Weekly
• Use of Company Owned Resort in Hayward, WI
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

As a leader in the signage manufacturing industry, Gemini, Inc. has been providing stability to our employees since 1963. We know what it means to be human, and we strive to make sure our employees feel valued. Due to our incredible family of employees, we have grown substantially and are…