Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Wood Plant - Big Rapids, MI

Haworth, Inc; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with company match

PTO 4 weeks

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

Overtime pay

Job summary

Haworth, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the Big Rapids Wood Plant on a 1st shift schedule (6:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri; OT may include 6:00am-4:30pm and some Saturdays).

The role involves operating production machinery, setting up programs, and ensuring accurate daily schedules. Candidates should have 2 years manufacturing experience or a Certified Machine Operator credential, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• The ability to work in Big Rapids, MI without relocation assistance.
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• 8th grade education or higher.
• 2 years manufacturing experience required OR be a Certified Machine Operator from accredited educational/vocational facility.
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (hilo) certification.
• Ability to lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands.

Responsibilities

• Accesses electronic production system to determine daily schedule.
• Verifies parts received against pick tickets for accurate counts, colors, part numbers, and packaging. Monitors material flow and updates electronic production system accordingly.
• Selects the appropriate machine settings or program according to specifications.
• Sets up and operates machine. Troubleshoots and may make minor repairs to complex machines.
• Performs change-overs (adjusts tooling or tolerances, selects programs, etc.). Consults with other departments/specialists (e.g. maintenance, engineering) and provides feedback on specialized machine operations.
• Resolves & documents production nonconformance issues.
• May be required to operate a powered industrial truck and/or overhead lift system.
• May provide guidance to other team members.
• Rotates through department work centers based on business need.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Overtime readiness

Flexible schedule

Blueprint reading

Education

8th grade education or higher

Certified Machine Operator

Job description

Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Wood Plant - Big Rapids, MI

Company Overview

If you're looking for a manufacturing role in a company that offers a diverse and inclusive work environment, stability, competitive wages, and growth opportunities, then Haworth is the place for you! We value our members and invest in their development and well-being to help them succeed. In business for more than 70 years, Haworth is a family-owned, global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. In addition to our heritage of innovative design and quality products, we are proud of our members who have contributed to our company's success and stability.

Here at Haworth, our Members enjoy the following benefits from their first day of employment:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401K with company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off Accrual by pay period
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time and a half)

Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator to join our team in the Big Rapids Wood Plant on 1st shift.

Schedule is from 6:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday. OT schedule is from 6:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday and potential Saturdays from 6:00am-2:30pm.

As a Machine Operator, you will:

• Operateassigned production machinery in accordance with company standards to complete customer orders.

Required Qualifications

• The ability to work in Big Rapids, MI without relocation assistance
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship
• 8th grade education or higher
• 2 years manufacturing experience required OR be a Certified Machine Operator from accredited educational/vocational facility
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (hilo) certification
• Ability to lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Prior machine operator experience
• Computer experience, including keyboard/mouse skills
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, such as gauges and tape measures

Essential Functions

• Accesses electronic production system to determine daily schedule.
• Verifies parts received against pick tickets for accurate counts, colors, part numbers, and packaging. Monitors material flow and updates electronic production system accordingly.
• Selects the appropriate machine settings or program according to specifications.
• Sets up and operates machine. Troubleshoots and may make minor repairs to complex machines.
• Performs change-overs (adjusts tooling or tolerances, selects programs, etc.). Consults with other departments/specialists (e.g. maintenance, engineering) and provides feedback on specialized machine operations.
• Resolves & documents production nonconformance issues.
• May be required to operate a powered industrial truck and/or overhead lift system.
• May provide guidance to other team members.
• Rotates through department work centers based on business need.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Haworth Values

At Haworth, we have a strong set of values that guide our business and help us align with our customers.

We listen to our Customers. We rely on our Members. We honor Integrity. We embrace Continuous Learning. We lead with Design. We create Value. We work to make the World better.

EEO / ADA Statement

As an EEOemployer, Haworth will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people.

Haworth's AAP programs are available for applicant review. Requests can be made to your Recruiter to review during regular business hours.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

If you have questions about any of the above policies, or if you require an ADA accommodation in the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at (616)-393-1600.

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