Machine Operator

Description

Welcome. We’re glad you’re here. And we’re not just saying that. We’re glad we’re here too. We are proud of this company and take great pleasure to introduce you to the Watson difference.

We are builders.
For more than 50 years we have designed and built revolutionary and award-winning workplace solutions for some of the most dynamic and innovative companies. Our designs are functional, simplistic, and manufactured with a high respect for our environment and our people. We are proud to source the best talent and materials at our manufacturing facility in Poulsbo, WA.

We are looking for experienced Machine Operators to work in either our Wood or Steel Fabrication shops. Successful operators will ready machines for operations as well as monitor and troubleshoot their machine throughout the shift. At Watson we hold ourselves to high standards of safety and are proud of the safety and quality of our machine operators.

What you’ll do:

• Set up the machine to start production cycle which includes calibration and cleaning as needed
• Control and adjust machine settings according to the product specifications
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
• Inspect parts with precision and accurate measuring
• Test the operation of machines as needed

Qualifications

What you’ll need to know

• How to fix machine issues that occur during your shift
• How to spot quality issues to identify machine-related mistakes
• How to maintain activity logs and records of machine operations
• How to work in a required sequence to ensure alignment of the production schedule
• How to use calipers and tape measures to inspect dimensional accuracy

Who you are

• Someone who takes pride in their work with a good attitude
• Someone with at least one year of experience operating a machine in a wood or steel fabrication shop
• Someone who holds themselves and others to high safety standards
• Someone who can routinely lift up to 50lbs.
• Someone with machine programming skills is not required, but could be utilized

Essential Attributes of Watson Employees

• Insane curiosity
• Excited and enthusiastic about your work
• Embrace and exhibit our values

Wage and Compensation

• Machine Operators can expect to earn $18.90 - $27.34 over a career in this role
• An applicant can expect to earn $18.90 upon hire

Our Culture

• Monthly BBQ
• Espresso Bar
• Annual Bravo Night
• Onsite gym and showers
• Campus walking trail
• YMCA and Weight Watchers reimbursement
• Fun, challenging, and engaging culture
• Pride and satisfaction of manufacturing tangible products

Our Benefits

• INSURANCE | All full-time employees and their dependents will have the ability to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. If enrolled, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the 60^th day of employment at Watson.
• RETIREMENT | Watson will match 50% of employees 401k contributions, up to 2.5% of base annual salary. All employees over the age of 21 will be automatically enrolled on the first day of the month following 6 months of employment. You can opt out, decrease, or increase contribution at any time.
• PAID TIME OFF | Full-time hourly employees will earn 80 hours of paid time off during their first year at Watson, 120 hours of paid time off during years 2-5, and 160 hours of paid time off each year after being employed for 6 years.
• PAID HOLIDAYS | Watson is closed for 8 holidays every year and offers every employee an additional paid holiday to choose upon employment.
• PROFIT SHARING | Profit Sharing is how we reward the effort and commitment of our employees. Generally, 25% of profits are allocated to the Profit Sharing Plan after the baseline profit level is met. The overall profit sharing amount varies from year to year.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | This is a free service for all employees and dependents to provide support for any mental, emotional, relational, and financial need, as well as crisis and grief support.

Why Watson?

Everything we do is rooted in soulful design. Our design is guided by the functional needs of our customers and is refined to exhibit an understated beauty that doesn’t demand attention. All our designs are executed respectfully - with great regard for how we source materials, how we process and minimize our waste, and with high respect for our production team and manufacturing processes. There’s dignity in working with your hands, and we honor the commitment our people have to their craft.

At Watson it’s all about the details and personal touches. From unique design elements and sustainable materials to the way we build and deliver our products, you’ll see the Watson difference. We aren’t furniture assemblers; we take the design conceptions and raw materials and turn them into finished products entirely under one roof.

At Watson we don’t just design and build workplace solutions; we invest in our people. Build your career and grow your skills with us today.

Watson is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans & individuals with disabilities. Watson will consider qualified applicants for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Salary : $19 - $24