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Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Wood Plant

Job in Big Rapids, Mecosta County, Michigan, 49307, USA
Listing for: Haworth, Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 36000 - 54000 USD Yearly USD 36000.00 54000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Machine Operator - 1st Shift
- Wood Plant
- Big Rapids, MI Benefits

  • 401K with company match
  • 4 weeks Paid Time Off Accrual by pay period
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time and a half)
Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator 2 to join our team in Big Rapids.

Operates assigned production machinery in accordance with company standards to complete customer orders.

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.
Do you meet these qualifications?

EDUCATION

WORK REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

  • Two years manufacturing experience OR one year Haworth manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification.

ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Large machinery and equipment used in work areas. Possibility of cuts, scrapes or bruises.
  • Moderate exposure to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants. May also be exposed to glue, solvent, heat, paint, fiberglass, and denatured alcohol.
  • Constant mental and visual alertness required to avoid potential serious injury to self and others in all work groups.
  • Eye protection required; hearing protection may be required.
  • Moves and may lift materials and/or products weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally more (assistance given with heavier objects).
  • Walks, bends, twists, turns, reaches and lifts while performing functions of position.
  • Standing required for extended periods.
  • Work requires regular repetitive arm and hand movement.
  • May be required to climb stairs and ladders.
Additional Information

Please be aware that applicants will only be considered for the shift they have selected as their available working hours.

EEO Statement

As an EEO employer, Haworth will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people.

Haworth's AAP programs are available for applicant review. Requests can be made to your Recruiter to review during regular business hours.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

If you have questions about any of the above policies, or if you require an ADA accommodation in the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at .

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