About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator in the Finished Elegance Department works as a key team member on an assigned production line. The operator is tasked with effectively and competently operating equipment used to manufacture finished millwork. The target is to operate the equipment as efficiently as possible with minimal scrap/defects. Working with other team members, both upstream and downstream, to maximize output and reduce downtime is crucial in this position. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be the expert in keeping the machinery operating as efficiently as possible
• Monitor upstream parts to ensure they are within specification and effectively communicate with others to work out solutions for off-grade parts
• Collect and record processing data and ensure operating equipment is within the optimal settings; must be able to operate within very strict parameters and follow documented settings
• Monitor other activities on the line and work/communicate with other team members to reduce downtime and improve output
• Quick and efficient equipment setup to reduce downtime during changeovers
• Operate with a sense of urgency and pride in fulfilling all job functions
• An aspiration for continuous process improvements and striving for operational excellence
• Carry out documented plans and principles of lean manufacturing and standards consistent with 5S
• Monitor quality and understand how to resolve various types of defects
• Selected candidate will receive on the job training of specific equipment.  This training will be documented and tracked to ensure timely progress.  At completion, the operator will be moved into operator status.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year previous experience operating manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Ability to read tape measure and digital calipers accurately.
• Ability to follow instructions, work in a team, and maintain a high standard of safety.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle material efficiently.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with other teams effectively.
• Familiarity with safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physical demands of the job.

Travel: This position does not require travel to other Woodgrain locations.

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Summary of Company Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with 3% Employer Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 9 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Progressive Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals

Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical manufacturing environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level is moderate to high depending on the area of the mill. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. Requires close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and is regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and extreme hot and cold temperatures.