Title: Machine Operator

Reports to: Department Supervisor

Reports To: Panel Process

Full-time

Nonexempt

Position Summary:

Since 1961, the Wellborn family has owned and operated Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. The goal is to provide kitchen and bath cabinets crafted by dedicated Wellborn employees with the utmost quality and care. Today, over 55 years later, the product line has broadened to include cabinetry and storage solutions to help maximize the total home living space. One of the initial points of contact in preparation for the Customer. This role will employ care and organizational skill to continue to make Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. the most valued provider of permanent home cabinets designed for a lifetime of gracious living.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Basic manual machine adjustments and check 1st piece for operation.
• Start machinery and make minor adjustments when necessary.
• Operate machinery and equipment according to instructions.
• Manufacturing a variety of components to support the build process of the final product.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform basic maintenance.
• Ability to interpret basic paperwork, build tickets, etc.
• Perform quality checks throughout machining process to ensure parts are correct for customer satisfaction.
• Daily reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor.
• Comply with all safety and health regulations.
• Clean machinery and maintain daily Housekeeping procedures in the work area.
• Learn a variety of wood types depending on the department.

To advance to Machine Operator 2, must have Machine Operator 1 experience and/or equivalent training skills.

Machine Operator 2:

• Ability to program machines based on technical computer skills.
• Ability to set up and operate more complex machines.
• Various machine set ups intermittently throughout the shift.
• Will be required to operate different machines in the department.
• Requires more product knowledge.
• Ability to interpret paperwork to effectively complete job.

To advance to Machine Operator 3, must have Operator 1 & 2 experience and/or equivalent training skills.

Machine Operator 3:

• Must be able to set up and operate various machines in the department.
• Must understand the correct order of steps throughout the machining process.
• Must have extensive product knowledge of cabinet parts.
• Must be open to learning as new product is introduced to the plant.
• Will be required to learn the functionality of the product being produced.

Machine Operator 4:

Department specific jobs based on extensive knowledge of named job:

• Sawmill dept. – Sawyer (required to lift up to 100 lbs. throughout shift)
• Sanding dept. – Stroke Sander
• Panel dept. – Laminator operator

Tools, Machinery and Equipment:

• Tape measure
• Calipers
• Various machines depending on department.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Machine Operator position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Will be required to read and understand paperwork/build tickets.
• Excellent math skills are required.
• Must be proficient in reading a tape measure.
• Ability to stay-on-task, follow safety guidelines and work process procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter who works well and can follow a list of daily work assignments.
• Possesses a willingness to learn new ways to enhance productivity.
• Must have good hand and eye coordination.
• May operate different machines in the department.
• Will be required to read calipers.
• Lockout-tagout training and other safety practices may be required to operate any machine.
• Required to notify production lead person or Supervisor of a problem or issue.
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to work well with other employees.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma, GED, or 1yr of equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated skills in planning, prioritizing and time management.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and timely completion of tasks.
• Organization and planning

Scope and Impact:

Position has recurring work situations that involve having a high attention to detail and service results. It is important that Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. Safety protocols be followed as a guide for operational direction. Failing to follow prescribed guidelines will waste resources and adversely impact performance.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. The employee is subject to extreme inside environmental conditions frequently with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change. Must be able to endure the extreme heat of summer weather.

• Primarily works in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequently required use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear clearly.
• Frequently required to bend; lift; stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires standing and or walking the entire shift.
• The specified jobs are in a dusty environment.

Limitations and Disclaimer:

The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/ or abilities. To perform this position successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.