1st Shift Machine Operator – Fabrication & Quality

Doherty

Milford (IA)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 28,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
Health coverage options via Benefits
Temp-to-hire opportunities

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Machine Operator for a Milford, IA manufacturing site. The role focuses on operating and setting up multiple fabrication machines in a fast-paced environment, with quality checks and data entry for production metrics.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, blueprint reading, tape measure precision, and basic math skills. Lifting up to 50 pounds and safety compliance are essential, with weekly pay and benefits options available.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Ability to read tape measures and perform precise measurements.
  • Ability to read blueprints and use inspection tools.
  • Basic computer and data entry skills.
  • Strong math skills and attention to detail.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and set up machines per job specs and production needs.
  • Work with brake presses, laser, CNC, saws, routers and related equipment.
  • Perform first-article and in-process quality inspections.
  • Monitor equipment for quality concerns or downtime causes.
  • Enter production data and metrics for reporting.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and maintain a clean, safe workstation.

Skills

Tape measure reading
Precision measurements
Blueprint reading
Data entry
Basic math
Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Brake presses
Laser machines
CNC equipment
Saws
Routers

Job description

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Machine Operator for a Milford, IA manufacturing site. The role focuses on operating and setting up multiple fabrication machines in a fast-paced environment, with quality checks and data entry for production metrics.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, blueprint reading, tape measure precision, and basic math skills. Lifting up to 50 pounds and safety compliance are essential, with weekly pay and benefits options available.

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