Machine Operator, Bertch Cabinet

Kitchen Craft; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consumer goods industry seeks a Machine Operator to join their team in Waterloo, Iowa. The role involves operating and maintaining various machines for the production of high-quality cabinets and furniture. Ideal candidates will demonstrate physical stamina and the ability to follow detailed instructions, contributing to a safe and efficient production environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and move materials up to or exceeding 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours).

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates various machines and hand tools to fabricate wooden cabinets.
• Performs daily maintenance checks and notifies Manager if problems arise.
• Participates and contributes to a work team environment and follows quality control checks.

Skills

Ability to read measurement tools

Ability to apply common sense understanding

Basic math skills

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Company Description

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on

Company Description

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20-plus manufacturing facilities and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating machines in the assigned department. The machines range from various difficulty levels, and may include the following:

• Table Saw
• Chop Saw
• Drill Press
• Kreg Drill
• Glue Clamp
• Planer/Sander
• Straight Line Rip Saw
• Dovetail Machinery
• Machine and Hand Sanders
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and contributes to a safe work environment.
• Sets up and operates various machines and hand tools to fabricate and repair wooden cabinets, high grade furniture, countertops and mirrors.
• Checks in parts, verifies count, quality and identification of all product that is produced in assigned area, prior to shipment to the next process.
• Performs daily maintenance checks and notifies Manager or lead person if problems arise.
• Troubleshoots and performs preventative maintenance on machines.
• Participates and contributes to a work team environment and follows quality control checks.
• Contributes to meeting Bertch manufacturing schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read measurement tools.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and move materials up to or exceeding 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours)
  
  

Work Environment

Employees must be able to cope with Iowa climates; endure heat and cold conditions in the building. Fast paced workloads and loud noise levels are normal. Paint fumes and exposure to chemicals associated may be present. Personal Protective Equipment as required by OSHA will be provided by the Company.

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [email protected].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Consumer Goods

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