Job Description

SmartLam North America is a leader in manufacturing engineered wood.

Our Northwest production facility is in Columbia Falls, Montana. With over 120,000 square feet of manufacturing space capacity, this plant provides factory precision, product testing and quality control. As first-to-market producers of CLT, we offer cutting-edge manufacturing processes that have been tested over the past 10 + years. Certified by ANSI/APA, our facility meets all the requirements to achieve PRG 320 product certification.

We are growing and added a new Glulam plant with 19,800 square feet, APA certified, and geared for production.

We invite you to visit our website at www.smartlam.com/projects-2/. We are changing the world one board a time. WE ARE MASS TIMBER!

Offer Full Benefits Package:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Personal Time Off (8 hours at start. Earn up to 80 hrs. in the first year, and up to 5 weeks), Matching 401K, & 9 Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life.

Hourly Rate: $21.00/Hr. - $ 25/Hr. D.O.E.

1st Shift: M-Th, 6:00am - 4:30pm

2nd Shift: M-Th, 4:00pm - 2:30am (($1.00 shift differential after training completed)

Description:

The Machine Operator will be responsible for performing various tasks including set up, operating, monitoring, troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on assigned machines. The Machine Operator will work in a small group setting (2- 7 other employees). The Machine Operator will also be responsible for inspecting parts to ensure they meet specifications, making adjustments, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications. Will train. Day shift and Evening shift openings.

Machine centers openings include:

Finger Jointer CLT Press Sander CNC Planer

Duties and Responsibilities:

(Will Train)

Comply with all safety and health regulations Set up, operate, and monitor a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials Troubleshoot issues and perform minor maintenance Follow SOP's to ensure quality products are produced Maintain a clean work environment Cross train in other machine centers Cross train other operators

Preferred Skills & Experience

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred but not required) Mechanical Skills (Preferred but not required) Previous machine operator experience in a manufacturing facility. (Preferred but not required) Basic computer skills (Preferred but not required) Ability to follow written and oral instructions Ability to work in a team environment Willingness to work different shifts (Preferred not necessarily requires) Self-motivated and capable of operating with minimal supervision Reliable individual with an excellent time and attendance record

Disclaimer

: This description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements of the role and is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to modify duties as needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly lift and/or move unaided up to 60 pounds and exert force of up to 100 pounds to lift or move objects with the aid of a manual lifting device. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Americans with Disabilities; Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. The employee is regularly exposed to wood dust, moving equipment, vibration, occasionally exposed to glue, and material kickback. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

SmartLam North America is an equal employer opportunity. The company prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment, such as hiring, promotion, termination, and benefits, and complies with all relevant federal state and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

How many years using basic construction hand tools? We offer day and swing shift, which shift do you prefer?
Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Location:

Columbia Falls, MT 59912 (Required)
Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:

Columbia Falls, MT 59912: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person