Machine Operator - Engineered Wood Manufacturing
Pay: $20.50/hour + $1.00/hour premium for all hours worked on specialty machines.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:45 AM-5:15 PM
Overtime: Mandatory overtime on Fridays as needed based on business demands
Location: Colfax, WI Area
Why Consider This Opportunity: Stable manufacturing opportunity producing engineered wood products used in construction projects.
Pay, Schedule, Location & Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Starting pay of $20.50/hour
- Additional $1.00/hour premium for hours worked on specialty machines
- Monday-Thursday schedule
- Core hours: 6:45 AM-5:15 PM
- Mandatory overtime on Fridays as needed based on business demands
- Located in the Colfax, WI area
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Join a Team That Values Reliability, Urgency & Quality
We are seeking a dependable Machine Operator for an engineered wood manufacturing facility in the Colfax area.
This role helps produce engineered wood components used in construction applications and is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a manufacturing environment.
We're looking for individuals who consistently show up for work, take initiative, maintain a strong sense of urgency, and pay close attention to detail. If you have at least one year of manufacturing or production experience and take pride in producing quality work, we'd like to speak with you.
What You'll Do
- Load materials onto the production line in the correct sequence
- Verify materials meet quality and production specifications
- Read and follow production sheets accurately
- Assemble components according to work instructions
- Monitor machine operation and production flow
- Identify and address defective materials
- Complete quality and production documentation
- Cross-train at multiple workstations
- Work safely while supporting production goals
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
- Perform other duties as assigned
What Will Help You Succeed
- At least 1 year of manufacturing, production, or factory experience
- Excellent attendance and reliability
- Self-awareness and a strong work ethic
- Ability to work with urgency while maintaining quality
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to take initiative and stay productive
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic math skills
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to work overtime, including Fridays when needed
Success in this role comes down to reliability, accountability, attention to detail, urgency, and a willingness to learn.
Related Experience That May Transfer
Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:
- Machine Operator
- Production Operator
- Manufacturing Associate
- Production Worker
- Factory Worker
- Manufacturing Team Member
- Forklift Operator
- General Manufacturing
If you have worked at or considered opportunities with employers such as Donaldson, Phillips Medisize, Loparex, Cascades, Midwest Manufacturing, Andersen Corporation, Ashley Furniture Industries, Premium Waters, Vet's Plus, or Intek Plastics, your experience may transfer well to this position. We are not affiliated with these employers.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Consistent full-time hours
- Opportunity to earn additional income through overtime
- Additional $1.00/hour premium for specialty machine operation
- Opportunity to learn multiple workstations and develop new skills
- Manufacturing environment producing engineered wood products used in construction projects
- Team culture that values reliability, initiative, accountability, and quality workmanship
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday
- Ability to work in varying temperatures within a manufacturing environment
- Ability to safely work around machinery and equipment
- Ability to maintain productivity during a physically active shift
How to Apply
If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and have manufacturing experience, we encourage you to apply today.
We're looking for people who show up consistently, take ownership of their work, work with urgency, and care about producing quality products every day.
Apply now or call/text 715-831-8778 for more information.
Pay: $20.50 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least one year of manufacturing experience?
Work Location: In person
