When we win, you win! UFP has a long history of sharing profits with employees. Our hourly team members are eligible for a fall bonus based on their local operation’s performance! Come join our production team where you will work in a hands-on collaborative environment with the ability to see your work come together in an end product every day. Company Overview Join our dynamic team at UFP Auburndale, a leading provider of lumber and manufactured lumber products. At UFP Auburndale, we value hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. As an employee-focused organization, we offer competitive compensation, medical benefits, and unique incentives including production bonuses and yearly profit-sharing bonuses. Join us in our mission to deliver high-quality products and accuracy to our customers while fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator I to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate for this position demonstrates mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, safety consciousness, problem-solving skills, and strong teamwork abilities. As a Machine Operator, you play a critical role in the manufacturing process by operating machinery effectively and efficiently to produce high-quality goods while maintaining safety standards and minimizing downtime. Principle Duties and Responsibilities Completes work area set up. Operates and feeds the machine in a safe and efficient manner, and according to established procedures. Stacks completed products in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components/finished product. Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate. Completes pre-shift/startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. Maintains production records as required. Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards. Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards. Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. Proven experience in assembly or a related field preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools. Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and tasks Working knowledge of basic math Must be at least 18 years of age. Benefits Production bonuses based on individual performance and hard work. Competitive compensation package, with opportunity to make $18 per hour. Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development Yearly profit-sharing bonuses Positive and collaborative work environment Join our team at UFP Auburndale and be part of a company that values and rewards your hard work and dedication. Apply now to embark on a fulfilling career in manufacturing! The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please watch our welcome video below to learn more about UFP Industries! Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.