1st Shift Machine Operator — Growth & Training

Dee Zee, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc. in Iowa is seeking a Machine Operator to safely run various production equipment. You will perform setups, calibrations, and quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications and production goals.

The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented team player capable of reading blueprints and tooling instructions. The position is on first shift in a fast-paced plant environment, offering steady hours and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools (e.g., nibblers, power saws).
• Ability to read blueprints and inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine setups including calibration and cleaning to start a production cycle.
• Sand and deburr parts if necessary.
• Tend to the machine and product to ensure quality and proper operation.
• Use gauging equipment to verify product dimensions.
• Complete daily machine check sheets and production recording.
• Control and adjust the functions and settings of machines (e.g. speed).
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Ensure quality parts are being produced by making frequent quality checks.
• Feed the necessary raw materials or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Load programs and set up tooling in machines.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

First-piece inspection

Tools

Nibblers

Power Saws

Tape measure

Micrometer

Protractor

Gauging equipment

Job description

Dee Zee, Inc. in Iowa is seeking a Machine Operator to safely run various production equipment. You will perform setups, calibrations, and quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications and production goals.

The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented team player capable of reading blueprints and tooling instructions. The position is on first shift in a fast-paced plant environment, offering steady hours and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and