{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4ccce6d4cf35accc4d1a67bc","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ccce6d4cf35accc4d1a67bc","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ccce6d4cf35accc4d1a67bc","title":"Upgrading Machine Operator","description":"Are you looking for a rewarding career in manufacturing where your skills can grow and your contributions matter? As an Upgrading Machine Operator, you'll have the opportunity to work across multiple production areas, develop versatile technical skills, and support the creation of high-quality products. If you are safety-minded, dependable, and eager to learn, we invite you to become part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and professional development.\n\nThe Upgrading Machine Operator safely operates and monitors production equipment within the Upgrading department working either in Lamination, Saturation, or Technical Logistics. This position supports safe, efficient production while maintaining established quality, productivity, and process standards. Operators may be cross-trained and assigned to multiple areas based on operational needs.\n\nSchedule: 12-hour 7-7 swing shift, 2-2-3 type, 2 weeks working days (7am-7pm) & 2 weeks working nights (7pm-&7am) rotating every two weeks.\n\nHourly Pay Range: $18.00 - $23.25, depending on qualifications and experience.\n\nCity: Lexington (US) Lexington, NC Contract Type: Full-time Job-Code: 7125 Department: Production\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\nJOB FUNCTIONS: (Job functions include but are not limited to the following)\n\nSafely operate, monitor, and adjust assigned production equipment.\nPerform machine startups, shutdowns, setups, and product changeovers.\nMonitor production processes and equipment parameters to ensure quality and efficiency.\nPerform required product quality checks and identify nonconforming material.\nTroubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate concerns as needed.\nStage, handle, and move raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.\nEnsure production areas are supplied with the correct materials according to the production schedule.\nComplete required production, quality, downtime, and material documentation.\nFollow all safety standards, material-handling requirements, procedures, including PPE, and Lockout/Tagout guidelines.\nMaintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.\nSupport continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, cost, productivity, waste, and downtime.\nCommunicate effectively during shift handovers, collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Logistics as needed.\nAll employees are authorized and expected to stop work when unsafe conditions are present.\nAll employees are authorized to stop work when unsafe conditions are present.\nPerform all other duties as assigned.\n\nSCHEDULE DEMANDS\n\nContinuous Operations: This position operates on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule following a 2-2-3 pattern, which provides scheduled weekdays off each week and every other three-day weekend off. Shifts alternate every two weeks between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (days) and 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (nights).\nEmployees are expected to maintain reliable attendance and arrive on time for all scheduled shifts.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\n\nSitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours.\nAbility to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.\nWorking in an industrial manufacturing environment, around machinery, mobile equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures.\nClimbing stairs, ladders, and working in elevated areas as required.\nReading computer screens or other electronic devices.\nUse of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.\nAbility to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\n\nBACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE\n\nPrevious manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.\nThe ability to effectively and safely use power tools.\n\nSKILLS, EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS\n\nHigh school diploma or GED required.\nAbility to work well in a team environment.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills.\nBasic mechanical, computer, and mathematical skills.\nAbility to read and follow production orders, specifications, and work instructions.\nAbility to work efficiently and manage time effectively.\nAttention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.\nBasic critical thinking and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment or production issues while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.\n\nBENEFITS\n\nYour Contact\n\nJessica Ostroska, Talent Acquisition | EGGER North America\n\n+1 336 843 7152\n\nEGGER, North America (including subsidiaries), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.\n\nWe do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship or immigration status (where legally protected), marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n\nAbout EGGER\n\nWe create more from wood. With approximately 12,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. 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As an Upgrading Machine Operator, you'll have the opportunity to work across multiple production areas, develop versatile technical skills, and support the creation of high-quality products. If you are safety-minded, dependable, and eager to learn, we invite you to become part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and professional development.\n\nThe Upgrading Machine Operator safely operates and monitors production equipment within the Upgrading department working either in Lamination, Saturation, or Technical Logistics. This position supports safe, efficient production while maintaining established quality, productivity, and process standards. 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Shifts alternate every two weeks between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (days) and 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (nights).\nEmployees are expected to maintain reliable attendance and arrive on time for all scheduled shifts.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\n\nSitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours.\nAbility to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.\nWorking in an industrial manufacturing environment, around machinery, mobile equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures.\nClimbing stairs, ladders, and working in elevated areas as required.\nReading computer screens or other electronic devices.\nUse of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.\nAbility to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\n\nBACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE\n\nPrevious manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.\nThe ability to effectively and safely use power tools.\n\nSKILLS, EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS\n\nHigh school diploma or GED required.\nAbility to work well in a team environment.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills.\nBasic mechanical, computer, and mathematical skills.\nAbility to read and follow production orders, specifications, and work instructions.\nAbility to work efficiently and manage time effectively.\nAttention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.\nBasic critical thinking and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment or production issues while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.\n\nBENEFITS\n\nYour Contact\n\nJessica Ostroska, Talent Acquisition | EGGER North America\n\n+1 336 843 7152\n\nEGGER, North America (including subsidiaries), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.\n\nWe do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship or immigration status (where legally protected), marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n\nAbout EGGER\n\nWe create more from wood. With approximately 12,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. We keep moving and are always developing – manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.","datePosted":"2026-10-29T08:55:31.636Z","dateModified":"2026-10-29T08:55:31.636Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Egger Group","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Lexington","addressRegion":"NC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"4ccce6d4cf35accc4d1a67bc"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ccce6d4cf35accc4d1a67bc"}}