Machine Operator - 3rd Shift - Wood Plant

Haworth, Inc; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with match

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Haworth, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift at the Big Rapids Wood Plant in Michigan. The role involves operating production equipment, setting up machines, and ensuring on-time completion of customer orders.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience and is able to obtain forklift certification. Overtime, including Sundays or holidays, may be required to meet production needs. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for growth within a global leader in

Qualifications

• 8th grade education or higher.
• 2 years manufacturing experience OR Certified Machine Operator.
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Schedule flexibility including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to complete customer orders.
• Set up and adjust machines; perform simple repairs.
• Conduct change-overs and tooling adjustments as needed.
• Assist with material flow and schedule updates in the system.
• Rotates through department work centers as required.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift certification

Flexibility

Education

8th grade+

Tools

Powered industrial truck

Job description

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Job Title: Machine Operator - 3rd Shift - Wood Plant - Big Rapids, MI
Posting Start Date: 9/28/26

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 BRW (Big Rapids Wood) on 3rd shift.

Schedule is from 7:30pm-6:00am, Sunday-Thursday. OT schedule is from 7:30pm-6:00am, Sunday-Thursday and potential Fridays from 7:30pm-6:00am.

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 operation experience
• Prior hilo/forklift 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. Makes minor machine adjustments. May make simple repairs.
• Performs change-overs (adjusts tooling or tolerances, selects programs, etc.).
• Investigates & documents production nonconformance issues.
• May be required to operate a powered industrial truck and/or overhead lift system.
• 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.

Join the Haworth family.

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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