Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Summary Description:

The Machine Operator will be responsible for performing various tasks including set up, operating, monitoring, troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on assigned machines. The Machine Operator will work in a small group setting (2- 7 other employees). The Machine Operator will also be responsible for inspecting parts to ensure they meet specifications, making adjustments, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications. Will train. 

Swing Shift Schedule : Monday - Thursday, 4:00 P.M. - 2:30 A.M. (wage plus shift differential pay)

Cross train in the following Machine Centers:

• Finger Jointer
• CLT Press
• Sander
• Planer
• CNC

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Comply with all safety and health regulations
• Set up, operate, and monitor a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high-quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
• Troubleshoot issues and perform minor maintenance
• Follow SOP’s to ensure quality products are produced
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Cross train in other machine centers (Finger Joint, Press, Sander, Planer, CNC)
• Cross train other operators

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred but not required)
• Mechanical Skills (Preferred but not required)
• Previous machine operator experience in a manufacturing facility. (Preferred but not required)
• Basic computer skills (Preferred but not required)
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Willingness to work different shifts (Preferred not necessarily requires)
• Self-motivated and capable of operating with minimal supervision
• Reliable individual with an excellent time and attendance record

Physical Demands (To be successful as a Machine Center Operator, the individual must be able to meet the physical demands of this position) 

Lifting up to 50lbs

Repetitive Lifting 35lbs 

Carrying up to 50lbs

Pushing/Pulling up to 50lbs

Pinching/Gripping 

Reaching overhead

Reaching away from body

Standing up to 10-hours

Walking up to 10-hours

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Equal Employment Opportunity
SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws regarding discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Americans with Disabilities:  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.