Machine Operator

Conner Industries Inc. • Fayetteville, TN

24d

About The Position

Conner Industries, Inc. is a provider of custom wood packaging and integrated packaging solutions, with 18 manufacturing locations nationwide and more than 40 years in the industry. The Machine Operator operates cutting and assembly machinery, stacks and cuts lumber, and builds pallets and crates. The role works in an indoor and partially outdoor manufacturing environment, with regulated breaks and lunches and required personal protective equipment. The employee must notify a supervisor or group leader when leaving the work area. Duties may change and may include other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Experience with automation machinery, air tools such as nail guns, and other manufacturing tools.
• Ability to read and interpret job orders.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, and management, and respond to common inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to apply basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, to tasks such as job order verification.
• Ability to use and read a standard and/or metric tape measure.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions using common sense.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to make limited independent judgments based on given alternatives.
• Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of tasks or instructions.
• Ability to stand for the entire work period and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Load and operate cutting and assembly machinery.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and effectively, with close attention to safety.
• Check components for quality.
• Learn to identify wood species and grades of material.
• Read and interpret job orders.
• Meet daily expectations set by the supervisor and use good judgment.
• Help maintain a safe and productive work environment, including housekeeping for oneself and coworkers.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record and work in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability insurance, including short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement, including most trade schools
• Eight company-paid holidays
• Accrued paid time off, available after 30 days
• Training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed