Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Holland, MI

Company Overview

If you're looking for a manufacturing role in a company that offers a diverse and inclusive work environment, stability, competitive wages, and growth opportunities, then Haworth is the place for you! We value our members and invest in their development and well-being to help them succeed. In business for more than 70 years, Haworth is a family-owned, global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. In addition to our heritage of innovative design and quality products, we are proud of our members who have contributed to our company's success and stability.

Here at Haworth, our Members enjoy the following benefits from their first day of employment:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401K with company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off Accrual by pay period
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• On-site 24-hour Fitness Center
• Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time and a half)

Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator to join our team in Holland, MI.

As a Machine Operator , you will:

• Operate assigned production machinery in accordance with company standards to complete customer orders.

Required Qualifications

• 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 flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands
• 8th grade education or higher
• The ability to lift items weighing up to 50lbs without assistance
• The ability to work in Holland, MI without relocation assistance
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to troubleshoot machines
• Prior machine operation experience
• Computer experience, including keyboard/mouse skills
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, such as gauges and tape measures

Major 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.