About Novo Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, and specialty millwork, along with a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.
Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to impact the people and communities we touch every day positively.
Pay: $18-20/hr. Shift: 4:30am - 3pm (Overtime is expected with this role) Location: Bowerston, OH Benefits: YES. Full benefits after 60 days. What to expect: - Set up and operate equipment including moulders, lathes, glue press, finger jointer, routers and other ancillary equipment needed to shape, profile, turn or otherwise fabricate products made from wood material
- Read work orders and examine product specifications to determine setup procedures, material to be used, proper run sequence, etc.
- Select and install cutting heads and/or tooling on equipment according to profile and other specifications
- Position heads and tooling and make adjustments to achieve proper product dimensions
- Verify characteristics of materials in process, using gauges, rulers, calipers, templates, schedules, work instructions, etc. to ensure conformance to specifications
- Inspect material for defects prior to and after processing
- Ensure processes are achieving goals for output, downtime and scrap; responsible for quality of product being produced
- Accurately report production activity through system transactions, written documents and reports
- Identify and communicate machine maintenance and / or performance issues
- Ensure proper guarding and safety devices are functioning and in use
- Provide coverage as needed in other areas within or outside of the department
- Other tasks may be assigned based upon the current work load and the needs of the company and customer
Requirements: - Previous machine operation and setup experience desired
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Ability to use a computer to perform detailed inquires, update information, respond to e-mail, and print reports on a daily basis
- Ability to motivate others to meet demands established by the schedule
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities
- Detail oriented and organized
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Basic math skills
Physical Requirements - Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Safe and successful performance of the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Maintenance of regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- This position requires the ability to work 12 hours.
- Physical labor such as lifting, and walking required on a regular basis
- Standing and bending continually and lifting and carrying up to 80 pounds
- Use of hands and arms to move, handle, position and inspect wooden materials of various weights and dimensions.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time
What YOU get:We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 401k program with employer match.
We have a dynamic culture with our team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, grow, and get rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you.
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NOVO Building Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer M/F/D/V