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Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Haworth, Inc.
Ludington, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Company Overview
If you're looking for a manufacturing role in a company that offers a diverse and inclusive work environment, stability, competitive wages, and growth opportunities, then Haworth is the place for you! We value our members and invest in their development and well-being to help them succeed. In business for more than 70 years, Haworth is a family-owned, global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. In addition to our heritage of innovative design and quality products, we are proud of our members who have contributed to our company's success and stability.

Here at Haworth, our Members enjoy the following benefits from their first day of employment:
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
401K with company match
4 weeks Paid Time Off Accrual by pay period
Bonus opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Parental Leave
Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time and a half) Job Overview
We are currently looking for a Machine Operator to join our team in Ludington, MI on 1st shift.

Schedule is from 6:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday. OT schedule is from 6:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday and potential Saturdays from 6:00am-2:30pm.

As a Machine Operator 2, you will:
Operate assigned production machinery in accordance with company standards to complete customer orders. Required Qualifications
2 years manufacturing experience required OR 1 year Haworth manufacturing experience OR be a Certified Machine Operator from accredited educational/vocational facility
Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (hilo) certification
Ability to lift/move products weighing up to 50 pounds
Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship
Ability to work in Ludington, MI without relocation assistance
Ability to flex work schedule and overtime may be required including weekends and/or holidays per business demands Preferred Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Prior machine operator experience
Computer experience, including keyboard/mouse skills
Ability to use precision measuring instruments, such as gauges and tape measures Essential Functions
Accesses electronic production system to determine daily schedule.
Verifies parts received against pick tickets for accurate counts, colors, part numbers, and packaging. Monitors material flow and updates electronic production system accordingly.
Selects the appropriate machine settings or program according to specifications.
Sets up and operates machine. Makes minor machine adjustments. May make simple repairs.
Performs change-overs (adjusts tooling or tolerances, selects programs, etc.).
Investigates & documents production nonconformance issues.
May be required to operate a powered industrial truck and/or overhead lift system.
Rotates through department work centers based on business need.
Works overtime as needed.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

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