MACHINE OPERATOR

Mutual Materials Company; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their innovative team at a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves operating production machinery to create high-quality concrete products, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to employee development and a diverse workplace, this opportunity offers a chance to grow your career while contributing to the community. If you are ready to make a difference, this position is for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Prior masonry or hardscape manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic quality checks using measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate, and maintain production machinery for concrete products.
• Operate forklift and assist with loading and packaging products.

Skills

Detail and Quality Orientation

Mechanical Aptitude

Safety Awareness

Teamwork and Collaboration

Physical Capacity to Lift 75 Pounds

Forklift Operation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Lakewood Plant - Tacoma, WA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Manufacturing

POSITION SUMMARY

About Us

Mutual Materials purpose is Building Beauty that Lasts, and we are looking for people who are excited about creating products that build the communities that we work and live in. Since 1900, Mutual has been supplying the materials that have built the Pacific Northwest from suburban neighborhoods to bustling downtowns and we are now building our team to position us for the next 100 years.

Our new, state-of-the-art facility and cutting-edge machines, introduced in 2022, embody our commitment to innovation and excellence. At Mutual, we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion make our teams and our company better. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the customers, cultures, and communities we serve and where all employees feel included and valued.

We invest in our employees and ensure that they have the training and resources to be effective in their jobs every day, while creating opportunities for development and career growth.

If Mutual sounds like a workplace you would like to join, reach out to us – we are excited to welcome you to the team!

Position Description

The essential duties of this position will be to prepare, operate, and maintain production machinery to manufacture concrete pavers and retaining wall products. This position also requires employee to operate forklift on a regular basis and assist with the loading and packaging of product onto pallets to be wrapped and placed into inventory on an occasional basis.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have prior masonry or hardscape manufacturing experience, plus the following requirements:

• Must be detail and quality oriented with the ability to use measuring instruments to perform basic quality checks.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and be able to identify and troubleshoot basic mechanical problems and irregularities.
• Must be safety oriented, and willing to follow safety processes and regulations.
• Ability to work independently, but also in a group setting where teamwork and collaboration is key.
• This position requires a lot of bending, twisting, and reaching while standing.
• Must be able to work quickly, while standing, in an extremely fast paced environment.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
• Willing and able to work day or night shifts, overtime, and adaptable to changing work hours.
• Willing to work in both indoor and outdoor conditions
• Previous forklift experience/ certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
  • Medical/PrescriptionCoverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available, with company contributions.
• Paid Time Off – Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time Accrual
  • Paid sick time accrual available after 90 days.
  • Paid vacation time accrual, 40 hours available at 6 months.
  • Paid Holidays – 10scheduled holidays a year.
• Life Insurance – $60,000 policy at no cost to the employee
• Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Life, and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – At no cost to the employee