Machine Operator - 1st Shift

  • Full-time

Company Description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’ 

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of wood processing equipment. This role includes using wood processing equipment such as automated panel saws, edge banders, CNC routing & drilling equipment, and packing equipment.

1st Shift: 5:30AM-1:30PM, M-F

What We Offer:

  • $20.27/hour pay rate
  • Eligible for $0.50 increase after 90 days of continuous employment
  • Quarterly Bonus – up to 6% of quarterly pay (dependent on performance and production expectations)
  • Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Company paid life insurance and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance.
  • Time off eligibility during first year –   
    • 10 vacation days
    • 5 sick days
    • 3 floating holidays
    • 8 paid holidays
  • 401K retirement plan (eligible on first day of employment) with company match, subject to vesting schedule.
  • Paid 30-minute lunch break.
  • Training and all personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided.
  • Team members are eligible for the First Service relief fund.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate equipment following all safety processes established within the facility.
  • Produce the required quality & quantity of parts within established specifications to maximize daily productivity expectations of boards being shipped.
  • Maintain a log and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
  • Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment and perform basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
  • Check products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion and resolve any identified problems and alert line lead. 
  • Responsible for on/off-loading of products such as tables, rolling racks, or wood crates for eight or more hours, daily. 
  • Produce quality and error-free work.
  • Ensure proper storage of materials in the warehouse.
  • Additional working hours are offered on a voluntary basis as needed in the forms of longer weekday shifts, or additional weekend shifts. Mandatory additional weekend shifts are typically avoided but will be scheduled as needed per production demands.

Qualifications

  • Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
  • Ability to work in all assigned areas of production and perform relief duties when required.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements and use/read a tape measure.
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, ability to frequently stoop, bend and kneel, often reach with hand and arms and grasp, and be able to constantly stand.
  • Need to have visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts produced.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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