Machine Operator

Are you ready to make a lasting impact? At Lingrove, we’re revolutionizing the built environment and beyond with our eco-friendly, high-performance interior products. We’re pioneering next-generation plant-based composites, offering a superior alternatives to plastics and wood. We are looking for a Machine Operator to help us set up, maintain, and operate machinery efficiently.

As a Machine Operator at Lingrove, your primary responsibility would be to operate machinery used in the manufacturing process of these composite materials. You will be responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly maintained, while collaborating with co-workers to help our team achieve a high level of productivity. Join us in driving sustainable growth and making a lasting impact!

Responsibilities

• Assist with machinery setup and initial troubleshooting process
• Run production operations including material transfers from warehouse
• Operate roll to roll converting machinery and material handling equipment safely
• Perform and/or manage machinery maintenance
• Perform quality control, follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems internally
• Create and maintain activity logs
• Comply with all safety and health regulations
• Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness in work area

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience in machine operating within a manufacturing facility.
• Experience troubleshooting various production or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work procedures, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) in different units of measurement.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, and stand or walk for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in shifts (including late or early hours, weekends, and overtime if necessary).

Nice-to-Haves

• Understanding of converting production and plant processes.
• Proficiency with computers (spreadsheets, documents, etc.).
• Knowledge of material transfer from material to production.
• Prior experience with inventory management.
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification once hired.

About the Role

• You will be working onsite from our San Rafael,CA office. Core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• This job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of everything you might do at Lingrove. As a small team, we encourage career growth, exploration, and the wearing of many hats. Roles and responsibilities are collaborative and may change or evolve over time based on our needs and your particular skill set.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is $50,000 - 60,000 annually, which is just one aspect of our total compensation package. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Benefits:

• Generous Stock Options
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (up to 99% premium coverage for employees dependents)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Paid Company Holidays
• Additional Benefits include: Family Leave, Commuter Benefits, Health FSA, Wellness Stipend

If you are passionate about sustainability and want to be part of a fast-growing startup that is making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Apply Directly on our website at: https://jobs.gem.com/lingrove-careers/am9icG9zdDoJ3ABbnSgbablO8hdkTw71

Equal Employment Opportunities

Lingrove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

More about ekoa®

Lingrove’s high performance ekoa® plant-based eco-veneers, panels, and 3D products can replace wood and laminates in all interior applications – from walls to ceilings to casework – with a cost-competitive, low-carbon, clean chemistry product that delivers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than steel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.44 - $28.84 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• San Rafael, CA 94901 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Rafael, CA 94901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person