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Machine Operator - Salem, IN MFG

Kimball International
Salem, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/25/2026
Machine Operator

High Level Statement Of The Role

The Manual Machine Operator is responsible for machining products to specifications.

Roles And Responsibilities

(Include Safety and Environmental, Quality, and Job Specific Roles and Responsibilities)

  • Do appropriate set up for the parts to be run and verify the set up.
  • Assure the accuracy of the first good, machined part to insure it meets the specifications documented on the SOR and the Load Card.
  • Assure the set up meets or exceeds all safety requirements.
  • Document that the checkout procedure occurred.
  • Able to identify different wood species.
  • Inspect parts for compliance to tolerances, quantities, etc. per Shop Order Release (SOR)/specifications or guidelines.
  • Document necessary information on time sheet, SOR, and Plant Monitoring and Control (PM & C).
  • Keep work space and equipment clean and well organized.
  • Perform proper preventive maintenance as required on any equipment being used.
  • Follow all safety guidelines and uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Identify nonconformities and follow nonconforming product procedures and be aware of disposition authority.
  • Implement process improvements.
  • Support the Vision and Guiding Principles and other policies of Kimball International and National Office Furniture.
  • Follow and support the Quality system.
  • Performs job rotation as directed.
  • Support our Environmental Management System (EMS).

Interpersonal Skills

Skills to Perform This Role:

  • Team Oriented
  • Strong drive for success.
  • Customer centric
  • Possess a high degree of integrity.
  • Ability to keep humor in the workplace.
  • Ability to build & sustain relationships.
  • Flexible and open to change.
  • Tactful
  • Assertive

Skills To Perform This Role

  • Positive attitude.
  • Patient
  • Honest and ethical

Communication Skills

  • Good listener
  • Effective communication skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Persuasive and credible
  • Ability to adapt to and manage change.
  • Good relationship builder
  • Ability to motivate effectively.

Business Skills

  • Understands how they influence results.
  • Results focused.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Environmentally conscious

Technical Skills

  • Able to read a tape measure to 1/64"
  • Able to read a caliper to 1/64"
  • Able to comprehend and follow directions on a load card
  • Ability to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines
  • Able to lift parts from floor to operation level frequently
  • Skilled in the use of air driven hand tools
  • Capable of setting up machine to specifications
  • Understands/follows proper lockout procedures
  • Able to perform preventative maintenance to machine, tools/equipment
  • Able to set up and maintain forms as appropriate.
  • Able to use required gauges and measuring devices
  • Able to use load moving devices
  • Ability to identify nonconformities

Qualifications



Educational

  • Able to write legibly
  • Able to read and comprehend required documents.
  • Able to accomplish required math
  • Minimum of 4 weeks on the job training

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