Machine Operator - 3rd Shift - Ludington, MI

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Haworth is hiring a full-time Machine Operator for the 3rd shift in Ludington, MI. This role includes day-one benefits. Schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 pm to 4:00 am, with overtime on Fridays and weekends. You will operate and set up production machinery, perform changeovers, verify parts, and rotate through work centers. Requirements: at least 2 years in manufacturing or a certified machine operator, ability to obtain a powered industrial truck license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds with flexible overtime. Helpful: blueprint skills, computer skills. To apply, tailor your resume to show hands-on operation, safety and reliability, forklift or blueprint experience, and nights and overtime readiness, aligning with Haworth’s culture.

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
• Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time and a half)

Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator to join our team in Ludington, MI on 3rd shift.

Schedule is from 7:30pm-4:00am, Sunday-Thursday. OT is from 7:30pm-6:00am, Sunday-Thursday and potential Fridays from 7:30pm-4:00am.

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 lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Ability to work in Ludington, MI without relocation assistance
• Ability to flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands

Preferred Qualifications

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

Essential Functions

• 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. Makes minor machine adjustments. May make simple repairs.
• Performs change-overs (adjusts tooling or tolerances, selects programs, etc.).
• Investigates & documents production nonconformance issues.
• May be required to operate a powered industrial truck and/or overhead lift system.
• Rotates through department work centers based on business need.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.