Machine Operator

Pay Range

• Base: $33,280.00/yr - $35,360.00/yr
• Hourly: $16‑17

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Available. 8 paid holidays, and Accrued PTO available at 30 days!

Conner Industries, Inc. is a leading provider of custom wood packaging and integrated packaging solutions, serving customers across a wide range of industrial markets. Supported by our vertically integrated industrial lumber capabilities, we operate 18 manufacturing locations nationwide. With more than 40 years in the industry, Conner continues to deliver reliable, tailored packaging solutions that meet our customers’ demands.

• Operate cutting and assembly machinery.
• Stack and cut lumber.
• Build pallets and crates.

• Load and operate cutting and assembly machinery.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and safely.
• Check components for quality.
• Identify wood species and grade of material.
• Read and interpret job orders.
• Self‑motivated, meet daily expectations of supervisor.
• Good judgment, maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• Maintain acceptable attendance record.
• Work in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with automation machinery, air tools including nail guns and other manufacturing tools.
• Ability to read and interpret job orders.
• Effective listening and communication with co‑workers, customers, management.
• Apply basic math to job order verification.
• Use tape measure.
• Follow written or oral instructions.
• Self‑motivated, limited independent judgment.
• Define problems, establish facts, draw conclusions.
• Interpret assorted tasks or instructions.

Stand 100% of the time. Use hand, finger, handle. Reach and arm movements. Stoop, kneel, crouch. Repetitive motions. Regularly lift 40 lbs, frequently 50 lbs, occasionally 100 lbs. Requires close vision, peripheral vision, focus.

Indoor and partial outdoor manufacturing environment. Noise level moderate to high. Require hearing protection. Wear PPE. Possible exposure to weather. Structured work environment. Lunches and breaks regulated. Notify supervisor when leaving work area.

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change.

Conner Industries does not disqualify applicants that test positive for THC on the pre‑employment drug screen. CDL, forklift, sales, maintenance, management, corporate positions require drug/alcohol test through Quest Diagnostics before beginning. Refusal disqualifies. Conner Industries provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off – Accrued immediately, available after 30 days
• 8 Company Paid Holidays
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – including most trade schools
• Training & Development

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing