Machine Operator

BURROWS CABINETS; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BURROWS CABINETS is seeking an experienced Woodworking Operator in Waxahachie, TX. You will operate and monitor standard woodworking machinery to process wood, laminates, and composites per custom specs and schedules.

You will read drawings, perform setup/shutdowns, handle changeovers, inspect products, and ensure quality while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Flexibility to move between line tasks and overtime availability are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and shop routings.
• Read a tape measure to 1/32 inch.
• Able to perform to production demands.
• Identify common quality defects in material.
• Follow safety guidelines and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow the set up, shut down and operation instructions.
• Able to perform changeovers and replace tooling as required.
• Read and interpret drawings and shop routings.
• Ensure all work is completed per the work order.
• Ensure all quality standards are met; inspect and measure finished products and compare to requirements.
• Flexibility to move between roles to meet line needs.
• Identify safety issues and report to Group Lead.
• Mark completed orders in Salesforce to update build schedule.
• Clean the work area throughout the shift.

Skills

Knowledge of the machines

Knowledge of wood types

Ability to read and comprehend drawing

Tape measure reading to 1/32 inch

Production demands execution

Identify quality defects in material

Perform other duties as required

Follow direction and instruction

Work well with others

Follow safety guidelines

Ability to work overtime

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining a variety of standard woodworking machinery to process wood, laminates, and composite materials according to custom specifications and production schedules.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow the set up, shut down and operation instructions.
• Able to perform changeovers and replace tooling as required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and shop routings.
• Ensure all work is completed per the work order.
• Ensure all quality standards are met. Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly.
• Flexibility to move from one role to the next depending on line and business needs
• Identify safety issues and report to Group Lead
• Mark completed orders in Salesforce to update build schedule
• Clean the work area throughout the shift.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of the machines
• Knowledge of wood types
• Ability to read and comprehend drawings and company paperwork
• Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/32”
• Able to perform to production demands
• Ability to determine common quality defects in material
• Ability to perform other duties requested or required by management
• Follow direction and instruction
• Work well with other employees
• Follow safety guideline
• Ability to work overtime when needed

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Move about the factory floor to access machinery, materials, and product storage.
• Transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Operate, activate, and use production machinery and hand tools that require repetitive

motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers.

• Detects and inspect parts for quality control at close vision (less than 20 inches) and assess safety hazards from a distance (20 feet or more).

The employee will be exposed to a manufacturing environment where the noise level can be loud and will work around moving mechanical parts. Regular exposure to airborne particles and temperature fluctuations should be expected. The use of appropriate PPE is required.

We are always searching for skilled employees who are dependable, hardworking, have a great attitude and are committed to providing exceptional quality while meeting customer deadlines.

We need the best to be the best!