Description

 Position Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for safely operating production machinery and equipment to process steel components according to work instructions, production schedules, and quality standards. This position may be assigned to Cutting, Bending, Beveling, Machining, Shotblast, or other production areas based on business needs. The operator is expected to maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while meeting production and quality expectations. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned machinery and production equipment according to established procedures and safety requirements.
• Read and follow work orders, production instructions, drawings, measurements, and specifications as required for the assigned department.
• Load, position, secure, process, and unload steel materials using approved methods and equipment.
• Inspect materials and finished products for accuracy, defects, and compliance with quality standards.
• Monitor machine operation and report equipment malfunctions, unusual conditions, or quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Use measuring tools and other inspection equipment as required.
• Follow all company safety policies, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and required machine guarding.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow housekeeping requirements.
• Follow production schedules and work instructions to meet established productivity, quality, and delivery goals.
• Handle steel materials safely and use lifting devices or material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Complete required production paperwork, checklists, and records accurately.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments to support production operations.
• Participate in required safety training, job training, and cross-training as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to learn and safely operate industrial machinery and production equipment.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including the ability to understand measurements and verify product dimensions as required.
• Ability to recognize quality issues and report problems promptly.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred but not required, depending on the position.
• Willingness to learn different production processes and follow established procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive movements as required by the assigned job.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials within the physical demands of the position, with assistance or material-handling equipment when appropriate.
• Ability to work around industrial machinery, steel materials, noise, dust, and other manufacturing conditions while using required PPE.
• Ability to perform assigned duties safely in a manufacturing environment.