What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator (Panels/Veneer) position at Merritt?
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform all tasks necessary to complete daily schedules with full accountability in the most efficient and effective manner within Panels or Solid Processing Departments.
- Work consists of routine tasks, processes and performing operations prescribed by drawings, work orders and procedures.
- Set up and operation of machinery such as edge banders, molders, shapers, dowel insertion machine, saws, and wide belt sanders. This would include inspection of parts for quality and accuracy.
- Tag, mark, and apply labels to appropriate materials.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Experience with wood processing tools and equipment.
- Experience with domestic and exotic solid woods and veneers.
- Computer knowledge
- Must possess working knowledge of woodworking and manufacturing including measuring and use of millwork drawings.
- Must perform all aspects of routine work, meeting quality standards and requirements.
- Achievement results in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintain awareness of shipping schedules and adjust work capacity needs as required.
- Keep work areas clean and safe.
- Communicate effectively with co-workers, managers, and others.
- Must be willing to share knowledge and ideas.
- Perform activities that directly support team outcomes.
- Must be flexible in cross-training.
- Perform duties based on instructions/past practices.
- Will require ability to grip and grasp lumber and panels for fabrication.
- Must be able to do repetitive lifting of materials weighing approximately 40 lbs., along with standing, manipulation; turning and twisting of wrists and hands.
