Position Summary

The Utility I production worker will be responsible to support the various production functions efficiently and safely within their assigned department.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 4:30am - 3:00pm
Location: Bowerston, OH

Essential Responsibilities

• Ability to work with wood, wood filler, glue, sandpaper, dust, etc.
• Assists machine operators ensuring needed supplies and products are available for processing, allowing downtime and challenging goals are met.
• Ensures feed rate supports machine specs and goals.
• Assists with loading, processing, and stacking material.
• Inspects material for defects prior to and after processing.
• Sands, packages and labels work in process and finished products.
• Identifies and communicates machine maintenance and/or performance issues to supervisor.
• Ensures proper guarding and safety devices are functioning and in use.
• Provides coverage as needed in other areas within or outside of the department.
• Ensures work areas are maintained in clean and organized fashion.
• Maintains work pace required to achieve production demands.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• May work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends as needed on short notice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Use of proper PPE and company approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates basic math, interpersonal, and reasoning skills.
• Ability to read, understand and conduct written procedures and standard work instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in distribution or manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements
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.

• Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust.
• 100%: Stand, handle or feel, squeeze or grasp.
• 80%: Reaching with hands and arms, depth perception.
• 50%: Walk, repetitive motion, operate moving equipment.
• 10%: Working bent at waist, stoop, kneel, crouch, bending or twisting.
• Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Lift, push or pull 75-100 lbs. with assistance.

About Novo Building Products

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.

Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to impact the people and communities we touch every day positively.

Why Work with Us?

We offer competitive wages, a safe and clean work environment, medical, and a 401k program with employer match.

We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!

For more details and benefits information, please visit our website at: www.novobp.com/careers

ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.

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