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Trim Operator (8th Shift)

Mercury Marine · Fond Du Lac, WI

Posted Jul 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you worked with pneumatic or hand tools like an air chisel, air sander, or air file. What were you making or fixing?

whether the candidate has real hands-on experience with the specific tools this job uses daily

Have you ever worked in a foundry or a hot, noisy, dusty environment before? What was that like for you?

whether the person understands and can tolerate the physical working conditions

Tell me about a time you caught a defect or problem that someone else might have missed.

attention to detail and ownership of quality

Describe a job where you had to stand, lift, or do repetitive physical motion for a full shift. How did you manage your energy and posture?

physical stamina and self-awareness about the demands of manual labor

Tell me about a time production was moving fast and you still had to keep quality up. How did you balance the two?

ability to maintain standards under pace pressure common in a production line

Technical

Walk me through how you would remove flash from a cast part without damaging the surface underneath.

basic understanding of trim work technique and care around casting surfaces

How do you check your own work to make sure a finished part meets spec before it moves on?

quality mindset and familiarity with self-inspection at required intervals

What kind of minor preventive maintenance have you done on equipment you've operated, and how did you know it needed it?

mechanical aptitude and awareness of basic upkeep responsibilities

At the end of a shift, what does a clean and organized workstation look like to you?

understanding of housekeeping and handoff expectations between shifts

Situational

This job runs on 8th shift, which means overnight hours. How do you handle working through the night and staying alert the whole shift?

realistic self-assessment of fitness for graveyard-shift work and attendance reliability

Say you're positioning a part against the sanding wheel and you notice the wheel isn't running true or feels off. What do you do?

safety judgment and willingness to stop and report equipment problems instead of pushing through

If you noticed a coworker skipping a safety step to save time, what would you do?

safety accountability and comfort speaking up in a plant setting

If you finished your parts for the day early, what would you do next?

initiative and teamwork versus just waiting around

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The full job description

As published by Mercury Marine.

Are you ready for what’s next?   Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.  Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality: Position Overview: As part of the talented Trim Operations team, you will utilize equipment and machinery in the hand trim area using a variety of techniques. Under the direction of the Trim Supervisor your tasks may include, but are not limited to: reviewing documentation; removing flash from parts by operating pneumatic and hand tools including air chisel, air sander, air file, hand files, air drill, mallet, and belt sander; attending department meetings; completing required documentation; and maintaining a safe, clean work area. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.  Essential Functions: • Perform complete finishing operations on many different parts using a variety of hand and power tools as necessary. • Carefully position parts against sanding wheel to improve casting surface as required. • Perform trim press operations. • Perform inspection common to the classification at required intervals. • Arrange for periodic quality checks by support personnel such as in-process layout. • Perform minor preventive maintenance inherent to the classification and equipment. • Clean and organize work area and equipment at close of shift and at other times as required. • Observe all safety rules and follow at all times what is known to be safe practice. Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way. Required Qualifications: • Minimum 18 years of age • Pass pre-employment drug screening and physical Preferred Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent Working Conditions: • This position works in a Foundry environment The pay range for this position is $26.05 to $29.48 hourly.  The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.  Employees may be eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, which includes medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and much more.  Details about our benefits can be found here .   At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.  Why Brunswick: Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people.  We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more .   In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards ! About Mercury Marine:   Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.  Next is Now!   We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com  for support.  For more information about EEO laws, - click here Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify . Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers .  If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com . #Brunswick Corporation - Mercury Marine

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