Job Opportunity: Machine Operator
Fleetwood Group, Inc.
11832 James Street
Holland, MICHIGAN 49424
Job Title: Machine Operator
Positions Available: 18
Temporary, Full-Time Positions from 04/01/2026 to 08/31/2026.
Job Description:
Set up, operate, and tend to wood furniture production machinery, including panel saws, nesters, straight-line edge banders, contour banders and OMALs. Utilize various processes and equipment to cut, manufacture, or move wood product parts and components while meeting all necessary specifications and quality control standards. Perform quality checks by inspecting and measuring workpieces. May operate CNC equipment. Understand, communicate, and interpret instructions, work documentation, policies and practices. Follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits to ensure productions is as efficient and safe as possible. Maintain clean, safe working environment.
Work to be performed for Fleetwood Group, Inc.
For work to be performed in 11832 James Street, Holland, Ottawa County, MI 49424.
- Experience: 0 month(s).
- Education: None required.
- Minimal onsite training provided.
- Special Requirements:
Extensive standing and repetitive motions; occasional lifting of 25 to 50 pounds; bending, twisting and stooping. Schedule and shifts vary based on production volume; typical shifts include 6:00 am to 4:30 pm and 4:30 pm to 3:00 am; typical workweek is Monday through Thursday; Friday and/or Saturday work required when necessary due to production volumes. Some weekends and overtime required.
- Shift: 10-hour workday, 40 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm or 4:30 pm to 3:00 am. Friday and/or Saturday work required when necessary due to production volumes. Some weekends and overtime required.
- Tools and Equipment: Provided at no cost to workers.
In accordance with applicable Michigan state law, Earned Sick Time Act 338, employers are required to provide earned sick time to their employees. The amount of paid sick leave provided may vary depending on the size of the business.
Compensation:
- Wage: $20.35/Hour
- Overtime Wage: $30.53/Hour (1.5 times the regular rate)
- Frequency of Pay: Weekly
Pay Computation: Single workweek used for wage computation.
Pay Deductions: Employer will assist in locating housing (i.e. no deduction).
Merit based raises available at employer discretion.
Transportation:
Workers are responsible for transportation to the designated pickup location in Ottawa County, MI. Transportation to and from worksites will be provided from Ottawa County, MI.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should contact:
- Employer Contact Name: Pete Copeland
- Phone Number: +16168366289
- Email Address: [email protected]
- Nearest State Workforce Agency: West Michigan Works!
- Address: 12331 James St, Suite 130, Holland, MICHIGAN 49424
- Phone: (616) 396-2154
Travel and Legal Provisions:
This job order is being placed in connection with a future filing for H-2B labor certification.
- Transportation and Subsistence:
If the worker completes 50% of the work contract period, the employer will reimburse the worker for reasonable transportation and subsistence costs (including meals and, if necessary, lodging) from the place of recruitment to the place of employment. Upon completing the contract or if dismissed early, the employer will pay for return transportation and subsistence to the worker’s home or the place the worker originally departed to work, unless the worker voluntarily abandons employment or obtains subsequent employment with another employer. Reimbursement will be equivalent to the most economical and reasonable common carrier for the distances involved.
- Meals During Travel:
Workers will be reimbursed for meals at a minimum rate of $16.28/day, up to $68.00/day with receipts.
- Visa and Related Fees:
The employer will reimburse the worker in the first workweek for all visa, visa processing, border crossing, and other related fees incurred by the worker, as mandated by the government. Passport fees are excluded.
- Three-Fourths Guarantee:
The employer guarantees to offer work for at least three-fourths of the workdays in each 12-week period of the total employment contract.
- Eligibility and Availability:
Workers must be eligible to work in the United States and available for the entire employment period.
