Machine Operator

• Operate woodworking machines
• Inspects the quality of all work.
• Makes machine adjustments to ensure satisfactory production.
• Inspects work for defects and machined parts to ensure job specifications are maintained.
• May pull required fixtures, holding devices and material.
• May insert tools in tool holders or install pre-set tools in machine.
• May set tools as necessary.
• May adjust tool travel distance.
• May input required program instructions.
• Selects, set up, installs, and adjusts saw blades, cutter heads, and boring bits using hand tools and rule.
• Starts machine and makes trial cut.
• Operates machines to saw (variety saw); smooth and shape wood parts; trim (double end trim) to cut tenons and mortises (tenon machine); to bore holes (boring machine); to cut slots, grooves, and designs in wood stock (router).
• May use contour bander to add edging.
• Counts and records production and stacks material uniformly on shop truck.

• Ability to consistently meet high quality/quantity performance standards.
• Must comply with company rules, regulations, and safety practices
• Ability to work in a factory environment that may incur temperature fluctuations averaging around 50 degrees in the winter and 100 degrees in the summer months.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and noise.
• Fast paced work environment driven by standard production goals based on customer demand.
• Ability to work up to 10-hour days as the schedule dictates.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products. We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com. Our company endeavors to make www.hnicareers.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 563-272-7400 or via email at [emailprotected] Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.