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

Haworth; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

Overtime available

Job summary

Haworth, located in Big Rapids, MI, is seeking a Machine Operator for the Wood Plant on 1st shift (6:00am–2:30pm) with potential overtime (6:00am–4:30pm, Mon–Fri; some Saturdays).

You will set up and operate production machinery, verify parts against tickets, and collaborate with maintenance/engineering to optimize outcomes. Lifting up to 50 pounds and PIT certification may be required.

Qualifications

• Must work in Big Rapids, MI without relocation
• Must have U.S. work authorization without sponsorship
• 8th grade education or higher
• 2 years manufacturing experience or be a Certified Machine Operator
• Ability to obtain/maintain powered industrial truck (PIT) certification
• Able to lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to flex work schedule including overtime

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to meet customer orders per company standards.
• Verify parts received against tickets for accurate counts, colors, and part numbers.
• Set up and operate machines; troubleshoot and perform minor repairs.
• Perform changeovers and consult with maintenance/engineering as needed.
• Document production nonconformances and resolve issues.
• Possibly operate PIT or overhead lift; guide teammates as needed.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

PIT certification

Measuring tools

Flexibility

Education

8th grade education or higher

Certified Machine Operator

Job description

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:

• Operate assigned 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.