Machine Operator Manager Jobs in Americus, GA (NOW HIRING)

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About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Starting Salary:
$95000.00 - $122,000.00

Employment Type:
Salary FT

Work Environment:
Exposed to moving mechanical parts, with noise levels ranging from moderate to high, and subjected to Hot to cold temperatures and dust.

Job Summary:

Plans, organizes, and directs the maintenance and repair operations of the Leesburg facility. Includes fabrication and new construction needed to improve and update facility. Member of the management team providing information and feedback. Develops and implements maintenance policy.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete safety orientation training, observe all safety policies and procedures, including use of required protective equipment (PPE)
• Schedule and supervise the Maintenance Department in the construction, maintenance, and repair of machinery and facilities at the Leesburg location
• Supervise maintenance team including training and evaluation of these areas. Create a welcoming and functional team environment
• Promote and drive team member development through continuous education, mentoring, and constructive feedback to guide career development
• Assist the maintenance personnel when needed to analyze and formulate strategies for accomplishing job assignments
• Facilitate, guide, and direct the implementation and use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software
• Track and control the spare parts inventory
• Estimate construction, maintenance, and repair costs
• Schedule and direct rebuild projects
• Complete all necessary documentation required by company policy, federal and state laws
• Monitor maintenance personnel’s compliance with established procedures and compliance with all safety rules and regulation
• Participate in organizational planning and engineering meetings
• Order materials and supplies used for construction, maintenance, and repair
• Communicate with operators, vendors, other operations, OSHA, EPQ, DEQ as needed to share necessary information
• Respond to calls, texts, emails at any hour as needed to respond to maintenance needs
• Work under deadlines to ensure plant and equipment is operational and projects are completed on time

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in related field, or equivalent experience
• 10 years mechanical experience, preferably manufacturing
• Previous supervisory experience

Additional Skills:

• Ability to communicate with various stakeholders verbally, in writing, and through radio
• Substantial knowledge and understanding of maintenance regulations and practices with ability to apply them in the business.
• Strong computer skills required especially in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and MasterCAM
• Demonstrated skills in project planning, implementing, monitoring, and reporting
• Detail oriented, accurate, and critical thinker
• Ability to be a team player, a leader, and proactive in a production environment

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently, as well as regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, and communicate effectively through hearing and speaking. The role involves frequent bending, stooping, stretching, twisting, turning, and walking, along with prolonged periods of standing. At times, it also requires sitting at a desk to work on a computer. Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. Additionally, the job may involve working in confined spaces and at heights.

Travel:
This position does not require travel to other Woodgrain locations.  

Summary of Company Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.

All legitimate Woodgrain job opportunities must be applied for through our official Applicant Tracking System at jobs.woodgrain.com or through our partnership with Indeed using their "Apply with Indeed" feature. Woodgrain will never ask candidates for money to cover hiring costs.  Woodgrain does not charge any fees for job applications or hiring procedures.