Utility Machine Operator

Hickory Chair, LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in furniture manufacturing is seeking a Full-Time Machine Operator. The role involves operating various woodworking machinery, checking safety and quality, and assisting co-workers. Candidates should have previous machine operating experience and a high school diploma or GED. The position requires physical stamina to perform tasks efficiently in an active work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience required.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machines, including bandsaws and CNC equipment.
• Ensure co-worker setups meet safety and quality standards.
• Follow all company safety policies.

Skills

Ability to operate Hauncher

Ability to operate Mortice Tenon

Ability to make parts

Safety policies adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hickory Chair - Hickory, NC

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Description

Essential Duties:

• Must have the ability to answer questions from co-workers in regards the product or sets, assist as needed.
• Must be able to setup and operate a Hauncher as well as a Mortice Tenon.
• Must check co-workers set-ups for safety and quality.
• Must have the ability to make parts from shop orders and/or patterns.
• Required to set up and operate inverted router and router.
• Must be able to set up and operate the CNC trim and bore and the Richardson trim and bore, and multiple boring machines.
• Required to set up and operate the bandsaw and variety saw.
• Must be able to set up and operate the profile shaper, Bell 100 and Bell 24.
• Required to use a tape measure to verify measurements on the wood.
• Must be able to set up and run a planer, wide belt sander and a rip saw.
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous machine operating experience

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment expectations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to walk, stand, climb, stoop, twist, push, pull, and bend over the course of 8 hours
• Must be able to work in noisy environments
• Must be able to pick up and load stock onto pallets
• Frequently lifting/carrying objects up to 30 lbs.; up to 100 lbs. with assistance