Woodworking Machine Setup Specialist (Day Shift)

Novo Building Products; Bowerston (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Building Products is seeking a Machine Setup & Operator I to efficiently set up and operate production equipment. The role emphasizes ownership of quality and continual process improvements in a hands-on environment.

Shift: Monday-Friday 6:30am-3pm; Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly; DOE. Requires high school diploma or GED and PC literacy; prior woodworking equipment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient PC skills including Microsoft products and ERP/WMS systems.
• Ability to read specifications and perform precise measurements.
• Effective communication with all levels of staff.
• Safety-conscious with PPE and hazard awareness.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate woodworking equipment to shape and fabricate products.
• Read work orders and determine setup procedures and run sequences.
• Install appropriate cutting heads and tooling per profile.
• Verify material characteristics using gauges and templates.
• Inspect materials for defects before and after processing.
• Report production activity and maintain uptime metrics.
• Communicate maintenance or performance issues to supervisor.
• Ensure safety devices and guarding are used correctly.
• Provide coverage in other areas as needed.
• Overtime or weekend work may be required on short notice.

Skills

PC literacy

Arithmetic & geometry

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

PPE & safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Woodworking equipment

Moulders & lathes

Routers & jointers

Measuring tools (calipers, rulers)

Job description

Novo Building Products is seeking a Machine Setup & Operator I to efficiently set up and operate production equipment. The role emphasizes ownership of quality and continual process improvements in a hands-on environment.

Shift: Monday-Friday 6:30am-3pm; Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly; DOE. Requires high school diploma or GED and PC literacy; prior woodworking equipment experience preferred.