MACHINE OPERATOR

Woodgrain; Fruitland (ID); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Core Machine Operator to join their dynamic team in a supportive environment. This role involves operating a machine that cuts material for moulding, ensuring quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic mechanical and computer skills, and the ability to read digital calipers. This company offers a stable career path with competitive benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and contribute to a well-respected organization, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with a Company Match

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D

Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans

Employee Assistance Program

8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred for this role.
• Basic mechanical, computer, and math skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Setup and changeover the Core Machine for daily operation.
• Troubleshoot machine and equipment problems.
• Promote teamwork and assist crew members as needed.

Skills

Basic mechanical abilities

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Ability to read digital calipers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Posting Area: Operations + Manufacturing

Job Location: Fruitland, ID

Looking for stability? Join Woodgrain! We’re growing fast and offering lifetime careers in a supportive work environment.

About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Starting Salary: $19.00
Employment Type: Hourly FT
Work Environment: Monday-Friday 3:00 pm- 11:00 pm

Job Summary:
The Core Machine Operator is responsible for the operation of a machine that cuts material in preparation for a Moulder.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Setup and changeover the Core Machine for daily operation including adjusting heads, jointing, and machine controls.
• Work efficiently to streamline work processes and reduce downtime.
• Troubleshoot machine and equipment problems.
• Use calipers to perform periodic quality checks on product.
• Understand grades, sizes, and quality control measures.
• Promote teamwork by assisting other crew members with their duties as needed to ensure quality and production targets are met.
• Train others to perform the responsibilities of a Core Machine Operator.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic mechanical abilities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read digital calipers and tape measure.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical manufacturing environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Noise level is moderate to high depending on the area of the mill. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. Requires close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The employee must frequently lift 35 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Travel:
This position does not require travel to other Woodgrain locations.

Summary of Company Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.