Finishing Operator
Leggett & Platt, Incorporated is looking for someone to be a Finishing Operator at our Davidson Plyforms location in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Monday-Thursday 5am-3:30pm and Fridays as needed
Summary:
The finishing operator is responsible to operate the finishing line in an efficient manner, perform secondary operations as needed or assigned, follow all procedures, complete paperwork accurately, and perform job set-ups as needed and pursue training opportunities which further job skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)
- Beginning of the shift: Check routing/E-schedule for:
- open balances on current jobs
- any needed or special instructions to run current job
- Be sure area is setup with all necessary materials and equipment.
- Run 1st cycle on each job and complete a 1st piece inspection.
While running production:
- Sanding, cleaning, and preparation of exposed grade plywood surface using orbital sander and other tools up to 220 grit.
- Identify and repair typical wood flaws such as lathe checking, flaking, veneer tear-out, orbital swirl marks, voids, etc.
- Use of putty, lightning bond, and other materials as required.
- Loading and unloading parts from the finishing line. This will include changing the hooks as required.
- Sealer sanding as required. Typically, a part needs to be sealer sanded with 400 grit sandpaper after the part has been sprayed with the first coat of varnish.
- Load and unload parts from the laser etching machine.
- Pack finished parts properly before moving them to shipping.
- Be responsible for meeting production rate and quality standards.
- Disposal of linseed oil rags.
Shift end:
- Clean up work area.
- Return any tools/fixtures/etc. to their proper locations if not being used in production.
As required:
- Ensure hooks are in good operating condition.
- Bring any hooks for repair into the tool room.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A few things you’ll need:
- Be familiar with and able to utilize a tape measure, ruler, and micrometers.
- Demonstrate basic math skills.
- Be knowledgeable with the decimal system.
- Candidate must be capable of utilizing software in day-to-day work and be able to use shop measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gage, pin gages, and tape measure.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a color acuity test and be able to judge if the color of a part matches the color on a master plaque.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or listen.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Reasons You’ll Love It Here
Our benefits may vary slightly from one location to the next, but what you will find, is that we offer: medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. One convenient fact about our medical plan, is that we offer tele-visits, so you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home when you are feeling under the weather! We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.
What to Do Next
Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for? Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.
Our Commitment to You
We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all, including people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome and encourage applications from people with these identities or members of other historically marginalized groups.
Research shows that women and people of color tend not to apply to jobs unless they believe they are 100% qualified and apply to fewer senior-level positions. With that in mind, we encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications but perhaps not all of the preferred qualifications. We'd love to have the opportunity to consider you! In keeping with our commitment, Leggett & Platt Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
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