Machine Operator I

Central States; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Job summary

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. in Springdale, AR seeks a production team member to support core manufacturing operations as part of an Employee-Owner ESOP. You will follow safety procedures, operate equipment, assist with setup, and help maintain quality while contributing to a collaborative culture.

We value reliability, attention to detail, teamwork, and a mindset of continuous improvement. The role involves lifting, manual tasks, and working in a loud, non-temperature-controlled plant

Job description

Company Overview

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 13 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment.

Who We’re Looking For

People Who “Own It”

Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other: You are customer-focused with an eye for detail. You are reliable.

People Who “Can Do” – Our Attitude

You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement. You embrace teamwork. You want to positively make an impact and open to change.

People Who “Act in Love”

Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control. You enjoy giving back to your community. We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.

Summary

Provides “Right. On Time. Every Time.” products and customer service, both to external and internal customers, within company standards.

Core Functions

• Follows all plant safety procedures and uses all applicable personal protective equipment (PPE). Holds other team members accountable for following all safety procedures, environmental control, process control and quality control practices.
• Follows all setup procedures and work instructions as documented in the Operations System.
• Reports all machinery issues to Maintenance promptly.
• Cleans and resets the work area at the end of each shift, including sweeping the floor, placing items in the proper storage area, stacking pallets, restocking packaging, and dumping trash.
• Accurately updates all records and visual tracking, whether written or electronic.
• Cross‑trains as directed and is willing to work at any production position in the plant on an as‑needed basis.
• Completes work as directed by plant management.
• Uses/operates non‑computerized equipment or equipment with a low complex controller as well as hand tools and power tools common to the fabrication industry, such as ironworkers, punch presses, saws, manual thermal cutting equipment, etc.
• Interprets engineering shop fabrication drawings, fabrication standards, sketches and other specifications to produce parts or components.
• Inspects subassemblies and accessories visually and dimensionally to verify these meet the required specifications.
• Uses tape measures, squares, calipers, micrometers, protractors, rulers, and other measuring tools to set up equipment and complete required quality inspections.
• Marks or tags material with proper job numbers, piece marks, and other identifying marks.
• Lift or move materials and finished products, manually or with hoists or cranes.

Performs other duties and activities related to the department as necessary to support overall operations and responsibilities, even if not specifically listed above.

Key Measures Of Success

• Ability to operate assigned task and cross‑train in similar jobs or jobs one level up on complexity.
• Demonstrates good/excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Customer and detail‑oriented.
• Exhibits a continuous improvement mindset with ability to verbalize ideas for process and workflow improvements.
• Ability to use/read common measuring tools in the manufacturing and fabrication industry, do basic mathematical calculations, and use a calculator.
• Ability to learn production operations.
• Consistently exhibits and displays the company’s values of “Own It. Can Do. Act in Love.”
• Own It – Commitment to customer, company, and each other.
• Can Do – Team Player, Open to Change, & pursuing continuous improvement.
• Act in Love – Treating others with humility, respectfulness, kindness, honesty, patience, and self‑control.

Minimum Required

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in the operation of production equipment, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
• Experience in operation of hoists, cranes and forklifts.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and in a non‑temperature‑controlled environment and exposure to outside weather conditions. While performing the core function of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, walk, hear, stand for long periods of time, lift/push/pull items up to 55 lbs. This position is primarily working around machinery with moving parts, working around moving objects or vehicles. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach/pull/push/grab with hands and arms, kneel, and crouch, twist, and bend.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.

Travel

Ability to work at other facilities, weekends, other shifts and to be on call.

Benefits Offered

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company.

• 401(k) Match
• Education assistance available – up to $5,250 each year
• Profit-Sharing bonus or own it bonus
• Medical – 100% employer-paid coverage available
• Dental
• Vision
• Holiday pay
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential emotional support, work and lifestyle resources
• Support, legal guidance, financial resources and digital support
• Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
• Life insurance – 1.5x annual salary – 100% employer-paid
• Wellness Program – earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability – 100% employer-paid
• Performance based merit increases
• SHINE program – Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.