Machine Operator

Welcome. We're glad you're here. And we're not just saying that. We're glad we're here too. We are proud of this company and take great pleasure in introducing you to the Watson difference. This role is 100% on-site.

We are builders.

For more than 50 years we have designed and built revolutionary and award-winning workplace solutions for some of the most dynamic and innovative companies. Our designs are functional, simplistic, and manufactured with a high respect for our environment and our people. We are proud to source the best talent and materials at our manufacturing facility in Poulsbo, WA.

JOB RESPONSABILITIES:

• Follows all PPE and safety rules and regulations as set by Watson including affected lock out tag out procedures

• Set up the machine to start production cycle which includes calibration and cleaning as needed

• Daily preventative maintenance

• Control and adjust machine settings according to the product specifications

• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines

• Inspect parts with precision and accurate measuring

• Test the operation of machines as needed

• Meets productivity expectations as assigned by production leadership

• All other responsibilities within reason as assigned by production leadership

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• How to fix machine issues that occur during your shift

• How to spot quality issues and identify machine-related mistakes utilizing the VQS tools

• How to maintain activity logs and records of machine operations

• How to work in a required sequence to ensure alignment of the production schedule

• How to use calipers and tape measures to inspect dimensional accuracy

• All other procedures and policies as assigned by production leadership

WHO YOU ARE:

• Someone who operates with a high degree of kindness, humility, and respect for others.

• Someone who takes pride in their work

• Is punctual and ready to work at their station at the assigned time

• Flexible to a changing and ever evolving production environment

• Has a good attitude

• Someone with at least one year of experience operating a machine in a wood or steel fabrication shop

• Someone who holds themselves and others to high safety standards

• Someone who can routinely lift up to 50lbs.

• Someone with machine programming skills is not required, but could be utilized

• Someone who supports and engages with all continuous improvement (WPS) activities including problem solving and visual management

Our Benefits

• INSURANCE | All employees and their dependents will have the ability to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. If enrolled, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment at Watson.

• RETIREMENT | Watson will match 50% of employees' 401k contributions, up to 2.5% of base annual salary. All employees over the age of 21 will be automatically enrolled on the first day of the month following 6 months of employment. You can opt out, decrease, or increase contribution at any time.

• PAID TIME OFF | Full Time hourly employees can expect to earn roughly 80 hours of vacation time off during their first year at Watson, 120 hours of vacation time off during years 2-5, and 160 hours of vacation time off each year after being employed for 6 years. Additionally, full-time employees can also expect to earn 52 hours of sick time per year. Both buckets of PTO are accrued on a per hour worked basis and can result in more or less paid time off accrued based on their hours worked.

• PAID HOLIDAYS | Watson is closed for 8 holidays every year and offers every employee an additional paid holiday to choose upon employment.

• PROFIT SHARING | Profit Sharing is how we reward the effort and commitment of our employees. Generally, 25% of profits are allocated to the Profit Sharing Plan after the baseline profit level is met. The overall profit sharing amount varies from year to year.

• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | This is a free service for all employees and dependents to provide support for any mental, emotional, relational, and financial need, as well as crisis and grief support.

Essential Attributes of Watson Employees

• Insane curiosity

• Excited and enthusiastic about your work

• Embrace and exhibit our values

Watson is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans & individuals with disabilities. Watson will consider qualified applicants for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.