Join the team at MacDonald and Owen Lumber Co., a fast-paced, growing lumber company. We specialize in manufacturing kiln-dried lumber. Our company is centered on our core values. We are family oriented and have a desire to promote from within. We value honor, commitment, command, drive, change, and a servant-hearted attitude. We want our employees to thrive in business and in life! Learn more about us at https://macdonaldandowen.com/careers/

Position: General Operator

Position Summary: The General Operator role is responsible for performing production work, including operating machinery, assembly of components or parts, feeding, off-bearing, stacking and inspection of product to ensure quality. General Production at St. Croix Wood Components may work on multiple lines and machines including but not limited to pop-chop, pocket drill, chop line, gluer, finish line, SLR, RIP and DET. All roles require general housekeeping and safety consciousness.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Feed materials into machines specialized for wood components manufacturing
• Handle, sort, and stack product by batch and order description
• Prepare and assemble orders according to customer applied routings and follow customer specifications
• Operate and feed machine
• Application of varnish and solutions
• Operate and maintain multiple-machines and computer specifications
• Perform housekeeping and basic maintenance and inspection of the machine; ability to trouble shoot and diagnose root cause issues
• Complete rework and cutbacks
• Communicate with other departments and maintain the flow of work
• Track takt times and movement of people on the line
• Understand wood species and measurement to create the best yield
• Read a micrometer/caliper/accu-guage for checking tolerances, length, and width
• Quality control and knowledge of wood defects (sap, knots, etc.)
• Ability to spot fine details and characteristics of wood color and grain patterns
• Willingness to cross train and take on new tasks
• Adhere to company policies and SOPs
• Maintain a safe work area clear from debris, clutter, and dust
• Follow safety procedures, rules, and guidelines; escalate any existing or potential safety issues the supervisor/team lead
• Must be safety conscious, have a positive attitude, and work well in a team environment
• Maintain an excellent attendance record

Minimum Requirements:

• High school education or equivalent preferred but not required
• 6 months in manufacturing environment preferred
• Basic understanding of measurements
• Manual/finger dexterity skills
• Ability to perform in a fast, labor-intensive environment with exposure to dust particles and loud machinery
• Ability to lift 25-75 pounds
• Ability to stand/walk 10 hours per shift breaks
• Capability of performing repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping.
• Understand spoken and written English
• Spanish preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive wage and opportunities for growth
• $500 signing bonus after 90 days
• Monthly bonus eligibility at 90 days
• High visibility clothing and safety footwear reimbursement at 90 days
• Preventative medical care plan for employee and dependents
• Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short Term Disability (company paid at 6 months of employment)
• 401k
• 401k 4% match at 6 months of employment
• Additional Life insurance coverage for employees and dependents
• Long Term disability coverage
• Accident, Critical Care, & Cancer Coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• SmartDollar financial wellness program
• Referral program bonuses

Join an unstoppable team with irresistible culture. Starting pay $18/hour.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person