Machine Operator

UFP Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (basic)

Life insurance (voluntary)

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee (

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries in Kentucky is hiring a Machine Operator I responsible for setting up and operating a production machine per established procedures. You will ensure material is ready, feed and stack products safely, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

You will perform pre-shift checks, keep production records, and support safety and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires at least 6 months in manufacturing, basic math skills, and a willingness to work on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of manufacturing/assembling experience.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Completes work area set up.
• Operates and feeds the machine in a safe and efficient manner according to procedures.
• Stacks completed products, labels and bands components if required.
• Keeps work area safe, clean and organized, and ensures equipment is safe to operate.
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment inspection checklist and reports issues.
• Maintains production records as required.
• Checks materials and finished products for standards compliance.
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Basic math

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary Machine Operator I is responsible for the set up and operation of a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Secures and maintains material and supplies required on the operation.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes work area set up.
• Operates and feeds the machine in a safe and efficient manner, and according to established procedures.
• Stacks completed products in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components/finished product.
• Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate.
• Completes pre-shift/startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
• Maintains production records as required.
• Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in manufacturing and/or assembling is required.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $18.00

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.