Wood Plant Machine Operator – 1st Shift (OT)

Haworth, Inc; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with company match

PTO 4 weeks

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

Overtime pay

Job summary

Haworth, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the Big Rapids Wood Plant on a 1st shift schedule (6:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri; OT may include 6:00am-4:30pm and some Saturdays).

The role involves operating production machinery, setting up programs, and ensuring accurate daily schedules. Candidates should have 2 years manufacturing experience or a Certified Machine Operator credential, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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. Troubleshoots and may make minor repairs to complex machines.
• Performs change-overs (adjusts tooling or tolerances, selects programs, etc.). Consults with other departments/specialists (e.g. maintenance, engineering) and provides feedback on specialized machine operations.
• Resolves & documents production nonconformance issues.
• May be required to operate a powered industrial truck and/or overhead lift system.
• May provide guidance to other team members.
• Rotates through department work centers based on business need.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Overtime readiness

Flexible schedule

Blueprint reading

Education

8th grade education or higher

Certified Machine Operator

Job description

Haworth, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for the Big Rapids Wood Plant on a 1st shift schedule (6:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri; OT may include 6:00am-4:30pm and some Saturdays).

The role involves operating production machinery, setting up programs, and ensuring accurate daily schedules. Candidates should have 2 years manufacturing experience or a Certified Machine Operator credential, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.