Paint Line Operator - 1st Shift - Ludington, MI

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401K with company match

4 weeks Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

Overtime eligible

Job summary

Haworth, Inc. in Ludington, MI is seeking a Paint Line Operator for the 1st shift (5:30am–2:00pm, with overtime). You will sequence, hang, unload and inspect parts for the paint line, ensuring safety, quality and timely production.

Overtime and weekend work may be required to meet production goals. Benefits start on day one, including health, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and parental leave. Ideal candidates have prior paint line experience, the ability to use electronic production systems,

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification.
• Ability to lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Ability to work in Ludington, MI without relocation assistance
• Ability to flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands

Responsibilities

• Support paint line operations by sequencing, hanging, unloading, and inspecting parts.
• Ensure product moves through the paint process safely and efficiently.
• Follow safety, quality, and production standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and line assets.
• Cross-train and assist teammates as needed.

Skills

PIT certification

Lifting 50 lbs

Overtime availability

Right to work in US

Willing to work in Ludington

Tools

RF gun

PC/Tablet

Job description

Paint Line Operator - 1st Shift - Ludington, MI

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Posting Start Date: 11/3/26

Join the Future of Workspace Innovation at Haworth

Are you ready to shape the future of how people work, live, and thrive? At Haworth, we're not just creating furniture - we're revolutionizing the way the world interacts with spaces. As a global pioneer in workspace design since 1948, we've been pushing boundaries and redefining possibilities for over seven decades. We're looking for visionaries like you to help write the next chapter of our story.

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 Paint Line Operator to join our team in the Ludington plant on 1st shift.

Schedule is from 5:30am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday. OT schedule is from 5:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday and potential Saturdays from 5:30am-2:00pm.

As a Paint Line Operator, you will:

• Support paint line operations by sequencing, hanging, unloading, and inspecting parts according to production requirements. Ensure product moves efficiently through the paint process while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification
• Ability to lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Ability to work in Ludington, MI without relocation assistance
• Ability to flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior paint line experience.
• Ability to utilize appropriate electronic production system to complete job duties, along with the respective technology tools, e.g. personal computer (PC), tablet, keyboard, mouse, RF gun.
• Ability to verify correct product by size and color.
• Ability to maintain loading/unloading line pacing.

Essential Functions

• Material Selection. Verifies the correct part per paint sequence based on launch dispatch monitors.
• Material Coordination. Distinguishes parts by size and color.
• Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Quality. Follows established safety procedures, quality standards, and standard work. Identifies and promptly reports hazards, defects, and process concerns, and participates in basic continuous improvement activities.
• Technical Operations. Removes product from line and organizes parts in correct racks and/or carts for assembly. Returns hanging paint racks to appropriate storage area for reuse.
• Quality Assurance. Inspects parts and reports identified quality concerns.
• Operations Setup. Selects proper rack, selects hang pattern, and hangs parts. Escalates changes or exceptions.
• Preventative Maintenance. Performs required preventive maintenance.
• Training and Coaching. Actively learns from experienced team members, accepts coaching, and follows established work instructions. Shares basic job knowledge and may assist peers with routine tasks. May assist in training team members after demonstrating proficiency.
• Meets daily production requirements
• Respects and follows safety policies and regulations; Scans the environment for things that may pose a safety risk. Encourages others to utilize safe and healthy work practices; Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Follows company policies and standard work procedures; Encourages others to follow work rules; Calls attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures
• Performs quality work and inspections (per Haworth quality standards) throughout the production process
• Flexes weekly work schedules as business demands; May work more than forty hours per week, including weekends and/or holidays
• Follows all housekeeping standards and complete daily 5S checklists/tasks
• Cross trains and performs in other job functions as requested
• Completes other duties as needed

Design your future with Haworth

Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Haworth is a family-owned global powerhouse at the forefront of innovation and sustainable design in the workspace interiors industry. Here, you'll have access to state-of-the-art resources, collaborate with cross-functional teams of passionate innovators, and experience a blend of global reach with personal growth opportunities. Whether you're developing new manufacturing processes, implementing smart factory solutions, or designing tomorrow's workspace solutions, you'll be empowered to make a lasting impact while growing your career.

We believe in the power of collaboration and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Your hard work, dedication, and talent are the foundation of our success and enable us to build meaningful connections with our customers and each other.

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.

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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