MACHINE OPERATOR

Laminate Technologies; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Profit sharing

Starting wage $19.01/hr

Benefits after 30 days

10-hour shifts

401K

PTO 80 hrs first year

Personal time 80 hrs first year

Attendance bonuses

Job summary

Laminate Technologies is hiring a Machine Operator in Waco, TX to set up, program, and operate cutting, drilling, and shaping machinery. You will read blueprints, follow job orders, and verify part quality against specifications.

The role requires careful inspection of finished workpieces, accuracy in measurements, and adherence to safety rules. Starting wages begin at $19.01 per hour with benefits after 30 days and 10‑hour shifts Monday through Thursday.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and job orders to determine production specifications.
• Set up, program, and operate machines such as cutters, saws, drills, shapers, routers.
• Inspect workpieces for defects and measure accuracy using gauges and tools.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and job orders to determine production specs.
• Set up, program, and operate machines to produce parts.
• Start machines and adjust controls for trials.
• Inspect finished pieces for conformance to quality standards.
• Maintain daily production sheets and report downtime.
• Assist with housekeeping and tool organization.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machinery operation

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Templates

Gauges

Job description

Description

Founded as a privately held company in 1985, Laminate Technologies (LamTech) has transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), making us an employee-owned company. As one of the largest custom laminators and panel suppliers in America, we provide creative solutions to the fabricating needs of our customers with a commitment to quality, service, and innovation, as every team member has a vested interest in our success.

We are a one-source solution for customized laminated panels, substrates (MDF, PB, Lam Grade plywood, Platforms, Primed Plywood, UV Plywood), specialty hardwood plywood panels, and fabricated components. Our ESOP structure ensures a deeper dedication to excellence, empowers our team to drive innovation, and strengthens our long‑term vision of building sustainable partnerships.

Laminate Technologies, Inc. employee advantage:

• $1,500 Sign on Bonus
• $1,500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Salaries
• Profit Sharing
• Starting wages at $19.01 for qualified and experienced Operators.
• Benefits Available after 30 days
• 10-hour shifts (Monday-Thursday)
• 401K
• 80 hours paid PTO in the first year
• 80 hours of personal time in the first year
• Attendance Bonuses

Requirements

Job Title: Machine Operator

Department: FAB, FURN, and LAM

Reports To: Production Supervisor

EEO Classification: Laborer

Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting-up, adjusting, and operating machinery as well as inspection of workpieces to ensure they meet the quality standards for both Laminate Technologies and our customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Read blueprints and/or job orders to determine production specification.
2. Set up, program, and/or operate machines, such as cutters, saws, drills, shapers, routers to make workpieces.
3. Start machines, adjust controls, and/or make trial cuts to ensure machinery is operating properly.
4. Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected and notify appropriate persons of any malfunctions.
5. Operate and observe machinery used in the production process to detect defects or machine malfunctions and adjust machines as needed.
6. Inspect workpieces for smoothness, defects, and measure workpieces to determine accuracy of machine operation using rules, templates, or other measuring devices.
7. Examine raw Woodstock for defects and verify conformance to quality standards.
8. Examine/inspect finished workpieces to verify conformance to quality standards using hands, rules, calipers, templates, and/or gauges.
9. Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using lifting tools as required.
10. Count finished product to determine if product orders are complete.
11. Mark or tag identification on parts/totes
12. Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances
13. Assist other machine operators as needed such as supplying or holding materials or tools, or cleaning work areas and equipment.
14. Maintain equipment and clean working areas.
15. Record information, such as the number of products tested, meter readings, or dates and times of production processes.
16. Follow established company and work area safety policies including the wearing of all required PPE’s.
17. Follow established company policies, policies and rules outlined in Member Handbook as well as procedures required in the standard operating procedures/work instructions.
18. Maintains open communication with supervisors, team leaders and material handlers regarding production status (i.e. down time, material shortage, etc.)
19. Maintains daily production sheets utilizing the correct task codes for production time, down time, scrap, etc.; ensures that daily production totals are accurate.
20. Assist in maintaining work area (i.e., sweeping, emptying trash, return tools to proper location, etc.)
21. Other duties and responsibilities as directed by your supervisor.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Complexity of Duties

Simple routine duties that follow definite procedures. Employee works as instructed and consults with supervisor and/or team leader as needed on all matters not specifically covered in instructions or guidelines.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract one- and three-digit numbers. Ability to read measurement devices such as rulers, gauges, etc.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves moderate risks requiring special safety precautions (i.e. working around moving parts or machines, and utilization of pallet jacks/tools in material handling). The work environment requires safe work practices and adherence to general safety regulations.

Physical Demands:

Climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, and walking. Pushing, pulling and using pushcart. Lifting up to 50-75 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Fingering, grasping and feeling. Talking, hearing and repetitive motion. Very heavy work-exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and of constant moving objects. Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures. Subject to noise. Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, and climbing. Subject to atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system or the skin such as fumes and vapors.

Competency:

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; supports organizational goals and values.

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.

Professionalism – Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

Quality – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

Quantity – Meets productivity standards.

Safety – Observes safety and security procedures.