Company Overview

When you feel connected to your work, you feel more engaged. At Haworth, you can pursue a career that offers you ample opportunity to build your portfolio and expand your skillset in an exciting and inclusive environment. Join a company that values innovation, inspiration, and you! HAWORTH is a global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. As a valued member of our team, you can make your mark on the world and reach your full potential within a culture of connectivity. Why Haworth? Find out here!

Here at Haworth, our members enjoy the following benefits from their first day of employment:

•    Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance starting on Day 1 – No Waiting Period!
•    401K & Company Match 
•    4 Weeks PTO with option purchase an additional week during open enrolment
•    Holiday Pay & Paid Parental Leave
•    Quarterly and Annual Bonus Opportunities up to a 6% Payout of Base Earnings
•    Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities
•    Opportunity for Overtime
•    24/7 Onsite Newly Renovated Gym

PLUS, up to $100 in food vouchers provided during your first two weeks!

Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator to join our team in Holland, MI.  

As a Machine Operator, you will:

Operate assigned production machinery in accordance with company standards to complete customer orders.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accesses electronic production schedule to make sure the right parts are on hand
• Verifies parts received against pick tickets for accurate counts, colors, part numbers, and packaging
• Verifies proper machine set up according to instructions
• Operates machine in a continuous or repetitive manner, focusing on a single product or process
• Makes minor machine adjustments
• Escalates & documents production nonconformance issues
• May use manual material handling equipment

In addition to the above, all employees are expected to:

• Meet daily production requirements.
• Respect and follow safety policies and regulations; scan the environment for things that may pose a safety risk; encourage others to utilize safe and healthy work practices.
• Follow company policies and standard work procedures. Encourage others to follow work rules. Call attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures.
• Perform quality work and inspections (per Haworth quality standards) throughout the production process.
• Flex weekly work schedule as business demands; may work more than forty hours per week, including weekends and/or holidays.
• Follow all housekeeping standards and complete daily 5S checklists/tasks.
• Cross-train and perform in other job functions as requested.
• Complete other duties as needed

We have a variety of shift openings and pay ranges from $18.50-$22.65/hour based on experience + $1 for working on 2nd and 3rd shift.  Times may vary in each of our plants and there is currently mandatory overtime in place. 

Do you have these required qualifications?

• 8th grade education
• New team members may be placed in this job and receive on the job training (OJT)
• Ability to utilize appropriate electronic production system and maintenance management system to complete job duties, along with the respective technology tools, e.g. personal computer (PC), tablet, keyboard, mouse, RF gun.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Ability to work in Holland, MI without relocation assistance

The following are the environmental or physical demands of the role:

• Large machinery and equipment used in work areas. Possibility of cuts, scrapes or bruises.
• Moderate exposure to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants. May also be exposed to glue, solvent, heat, paint, fiberglass, and denatured alcohol.
• Constant mental and visual alertness required to avoid potential serious injury to self and others in all work groups.
• Eye protection required; hearing protection may be required.
• Moves and may lift materials and/or products weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally more (assistance given with heavier objects).
• Walks, bends, twists, turns, reaches and lifts while performing functions of position.
• Standing required for extended periods.
• Work requires regular repetitive arm and hand movement.
• May be required to climb stairs and ladders.

Do you have these preferred qualifications?

• Previous machine operator experience

Haworth Values

At Haworth, we have a strong set of values that guide our business and help us align with our customers.

We listen to our Customers. We rely on our Members. We honor Integrity. We embrace Continuous Learning. We lead with Design. We create Value. We work to make the World better.

Join the Haworth family. Apply for this job, or learn more about the many possibilities at Haworth, at https://Careers.Haworth.com.

EEO, ADA, AA Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, Haworth will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people. Haworth's AAP programs are available for applicant review.  Requests can be made to your Recruiter to review during regular business hours. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

If you have questions about any of the above policies, or if you require an accommodation in the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at careers@haworth.com or (616)-393-1600.