Job Description

Machine Operator

Millwood is accepting applications for the Machine Operator position. The job responsibilities include operating and maintaining various production machinery, including assembly lines, press machines, power equipment, various hand tools, and pallet jacks. Your primary goal will be to ensure that all machines are running efficiently and producing high-quality products. You will work closely with the production team to meet daily production targets and ensure that all safety protocols are followed. 

About Millwood Inc.:
 Millwood Inc. is a faith-based, industry-leading wood pallet and packaging solutions provider with over 1,800 team members across 41 locations nationwide. Our mission is for all who come in contact with us to clearly see the love of Christ in all that we do. We are committed to innovation, service, stewardship, and sustainability.

Reports to: Plant Manager and Floor Supervisors

Duties include:

• Following all safety guidelines and protocols.
• Safely operate and maintain various production machinery, including assembly lines, press machines, molding machines, power equipment, hand tools, and pallet jacks. 
• Ensure that all machines are running efficiently and producing high-quality products. 
• Collaborate with the production team to meet daily production targets. 
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Record daily production and assist in inventory counts
• Load and unload rolls of paper as needed.
• Ensure the equipment is properly maintained and serviced and perform daily pre-shift inspections; ensure preventative maintenance and repairs are completed.
• Clean and maintain all responsible work areas in an organized manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

• Qualifications: 
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience operating machinery
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
• Strong Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production targets

• Punctual - Comes to work every day and on time
• Respectful of coworkers and supervisors
• Hardworking
• Eager to learn multiple jobs and want to grow with the company

• Ability to pass a drug test
• You must be 18 years of age
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs. as needed
• Physically able to stand, bend/stoop, kneel, lift, reach and other physical tasks during an 8-10-hour shift.
• Must maintain safe and tidy workspace
• Ability to understand and complete job tasks accurately

• Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Dental Insurance

Starting Pay Rate: From $18.00-$25.00 per hour (based on experience), plus $1.00/ hour attendance bonus. 

Schedule:

     Monday to Friday, day shift

Work Location: One location

Tompkinsville, KY (42167): Must commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.