Slabsmith Operator - 3rd Shift

Lakeside Surfaces Job Post

At Lakeside Surfaces, we do not just fabricate countertops. We help bring visions to life in homes, offices, and large-scale commercial projects across the Midwest. As Michigan's premier fabricator and installer of granite, marble, and quartz, we are known for unmatched quality, cutting-edge fabrication, and a relentless focus on customer service.

Slabsmith operator utilizing an overhead crane, loads and takes pictures of all incoming & existing slabs to be used for color match and grain flow by the Material Allocation Layout Engineer. Many times, these photos are supplied to customers so they can approve before fabrication begins. Slabsmith operator also ensures that system is calibrated by working with the Material Allocation Layout Engineer. Slabsmith also participates in unloading of trucks at times.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Expectations:
  • Ability to safely operate a crane to load/unload slabs from storage racks.
  • Ability to work in software program Moraware, the operator must be able to find and work to a schedule and update slab locations in the Moraware program. Computer skills are necessary here.
  • Ability to work with the Slabsmith system to take pictures with this equipment and check calibration on a daily basis to ensure the Slabsmith system is functioning properly. This is done in conjunction with the MAL Engineer.
  • Ability to pre-inspect slabs to a quality standard provided and to identify discontinuities in the slabs before placing them into inventory.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in production manufacturing
• Detail oriented
• Patient
• Proactive and positive attitude

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Computer skills are a plus

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to move and carry substantial parts on varied surfaces
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow all safety requirements
• Ability to safely operate overhead crane
• Ability to work while standing for 8 to 12 hour shifts

Work Environment

• Seasonal temperature fluctuation