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Machine Operator - Third shift

California Closets
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2026

Company Description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’ 

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of wood processing equipment. This role includes using wood processing equipment such as automated panel saws, edge banders, CNC routing & drilling equipment, and packing equipment.

What We Offer:

  • 10 PTO days, 5 sick days, and 10 paid holidays
  • 401K retirement plan with company match
  • Health insurance - Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Company provided life insurance
  • Mandatory overtime available on the third Saturday of each month
  • Paid 30 minute lunch

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate equipment following all safety processes established within the facility.
  • Produce the required quality & quantity of parts within established specifications to maximize daily productivity expectations of boards being shipped.
  • Maintain a log and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
  • Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment and perform basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
  • Check products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion and resolve any identified problems and alert line lead. 
  • Responsible for on/off-loading of products such as tables, rolling racks, or wood crates for eight or more hours, daily. 
  • Produce quality and error-free work.
  • Ensure proper storage of materials in the warehouse.

Qualifications

  • Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
  • Ability to work in all assigned areas of production and perform relief duties when required.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements and use/read a tape measure. 
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, ability to frequently stoop, bend and kneel, often reach with hand and arms and grasp, and be able to constantly stand.
  • Need to have visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts produced.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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