Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

ForestSource; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 PTO days

5 sick days

10 paid holidays

401K with company match

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Vision)

Life insurance

Job summary

California Closets seeks a Machine Operator in Tolleson, AZ, to setup, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot wood processing equipment. You will work with automated panel saws, edge banders, CNC routing & drilling equipment, and packing lines.

The role runs on a 2nd shift, Monday–Friday, 1:30 PM–9:30 PM, with overtime optional on Saturdays. The position includes competitive hourly wages, PTO, sick days, holidays, a 401K with company match, and health benefits (medical, dental, vision).

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment following safety processes.
• Produce required quality and quantity of parts within specifications.
• Maintain logs of units produced and errors.
• Inspect equipment and perform basic maintenance.
• Keep a clean, safe work area.
• Check products for quality and report issues.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC routing & drilling equipment

Automated panel saws

Job description

The Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of wood processing equipment. This role includes using wood processing equipment such as automated panel saws, edge banders, CNC routing & drilling equipment, and packing equipment. 2nd Shift: M-F 1:30P – 9:30P

What We Offer:

• Hourly rates start at $23.32 per hour
• 10 PTO days
• 5 sick days
• 10 paid holidays
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Health insurance - Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company provided life insurance
• Voluntary overtime available on Saturdays
• Paid 30 minute lunch

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment following all safety processes established within the facility.
• Produce the required quality & quantity of parts within established specifications to maximize daily productivity expectations of boards being shipped.
• Maintain a log and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
• Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment and perform basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Check products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion and resolve any identified problems and alert line lead.
• Responsible for on/off-loading of products such as tables, rolling racks, or wood crates for eight or more hours, daily.
• Produce quality and error-free work.
• Ensure proper storage of materials in the warehouse.

Minimum high school diploma or GED required.

• Ability to work in all assigned areas of production and perform relief duties when required.
• Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements and use/read a tape measure.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, ability to frequently stoop, bend and kneel, often reach with hand and arms and grasp, and be able to constantly stand.
• Need to have visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts produced.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We E-Verify. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’