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. General Summary Machine Operator I is responsible for the set up and operation of the tube mill in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision; relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OPERATING A TUBE MILL Principal Duties and Responsibilities • Secures and maintains material and supplies required on the operation. • 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. Job Specifications Knowledge • High school diploma/GED is preferred but not required. • Minimum of 6 months of experience in manufacturing and/or assembling is required. • Working knowledge of basic math. • Must be at least 18 years of age. Skills and abilities • Ability to work in a safe manner • Ability to recognize quality of material • Demonstrates ability to perform LOTO • Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions • Demonstrate ability to use and operate hand tools • Demonstrate ability to stack material properly • Ability to pay attention to surroundings • Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions • Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English. • Ability to read a tape measure • Ability to troubleshoot the machine or equipment in use. • Demonstrate eye-hand coordination • Ability to work under immediate supervision • Ability to pass a drug test • Ability to work hours mandated by management Conduct • Safety conscious • Team player and goal oriented • Open to change and positive attitude • Committed to plant and company goals • Participates in Safety and CI programs • Punctual and reliable • Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results Benefits Health, vision, dental 401k, with company match HSA, with company match Paid vacation Paid holidays off Personal leave credit hours available to be earned Disclaimer Statement The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. “Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national 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.