Burton Mill Solutions is a proud division of Wood Technologies International (WTI). In 2021, Burton Mill Solutions and USNR merged to form WTI. In doing so, Burton Mill Solutions and its affiliates have become the world’s most comprehensive supplier of modern lumber processing equipment, technology, and essential tooling which has allowed us to provider an unprecedented range of wood processing technology and technical expertise, including saws and knives, machinery and automation, process engineering, and mill flow.
Employees are the foundation of our Company’s success going back 100+ years. We are committed to continuous improvement and learning, exceptional quality, connecting with our customers, and good relationships with our employees.
We are seeking one Machine Operator for 1st Shift (5am to 3pm Mon-Th) to join our team of talented people to help continue our tradition of innovation and market leadership. This position works out of our facility in Menominee, MI. Come and grow with us!
Our machine operators expertly use advanced machines and tools to cut, sharpen and grind steel to perfection, transforming raw steel into the razor-sharp edges that power our industry.
Starting pay range is $19 - $21 hourly depending on experience.
- Set up machines and change tooling or saw blades to grind/cut steel
- Use specialized saws or hand tool
- Use calipers and micrometers, must understand fractions and decimals
- Read industrial knife blueprints
- Perform quality checks
- Keep scrap production within limits
- Complete Statistical Process Control Charts (SPCs) for all assignments
- Forklift Certified (or able to become certified)
- Load and unload steel from machines
- Add coolant and empty swarf
- General cleaning of machines and area
- Work with a high sense of urgency
- Wear all required PPE
- May be required to provide support and training to others
- Active participation in Lean and Safety Training
- Must cross-train to other positions as requested
- Other duties as assigned.
- Technology:
- Must accurately input data into ERP System
- Microsoft: Teams and email
- Cooperation & Teamwork | Able to work with people
- Able to provide solutions when encountering challenges
- Able to accomplish daily work requirements to meet customer demands
- Must be able to speak and read English
- Must be able to do basic math
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds alone or up to 100 pounds with lift assist
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and their dependents on the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Optional flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance with employee-paid options for additional life insurance and long-term disability
- 401k with employer matching available
- Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per year with no waiting period to use accrued time
- 8 paid scheduled holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
- Up to $300 per year in Wellness Activity Reimbursement
- Up to $5,250 per year tuition reimbursement for continuing education
- Annual reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses based on the nature of the job
This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and activities. It is intended to provide a summary of the position’s general scope and function within the company. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Burton Mill Solutions and its affiliates offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth. We take pride in and value diversity in our workforce, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Burton Mill Solutions participates in E-Verify and will only employ individuals who are verified as legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, currently or in the future.
To learn more about our company, and the products and services we provide, please visit www.burtonmill.com.
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