Vorwood Operator

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

The Vorwood Operator will be responsible for operating a profile-wrapping machine (Vorwood) and supporting equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a Vorwood profile-wrapping machine.
• Perform precision cuts between battens at production speeds of up to 130 linear feet per minute (LFPM).
• Operate a Barberan slitter safely and efficiently.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and perform basic adjustments once fully trained.
• Maintain a strong safety mindset while working around moving machinery, rollers, and production equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding quality concerns, changeovers, downtime, maintenance needs, and production issues.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Team Leads, Production Supervisors, and the Operations Manager to maximize production efficiency.
• Utilize various hand tools, including:
  • 5-in-1 tools
  • Retractable knives
  • Allen wrenches
  • Hand wrenches
  • Sockets
  • Hammers
  • Air hoses
  • Battery operated hand tools
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and organization throughout the shift while production is running.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on your feet for 9+ hours per day.
• Ability to consistently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work safely around machinery and equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills are a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Self-motivated and dependable.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new processes and equipment.

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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