2nd Shift Machine Operator

A. M. Castle & Co.; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A. M. Castle & Co. seeks a Machine Operator to set up, calibrate, and run the waterjet and/or CNC machine. You will inspect products against customer specs and assist with warehouse tasks at Banner Industries. Training is followed by a second shift with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities include programming/editing, machine maintenance, material movement, and safe operation of power equipment. Strong measurement skills and warehouse knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Three years of warehouse experience.
• Certification in assigned equipment obtainable.
• Advanced measurement competency.
• Knowledge of commonly used warehouse concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates cutting machine(s) per established procedures.
• Performs programming and/or editing on assigned machine(s).
• Conducts preventative maintenance on assigned machine(s).
• Assists with other warehouse responsibilities as requested.
• Performs material movement tasks for order filling, receiving, and loading.
• Operates power equipment safely to move material and meet order requirements.
• Follows customer requirements to fill and package orders.
• Works scheduled overtime and emergency/mandatory overtime as needed.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Advanced measurement competency

Strong work ethic

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Waterjet machine

Forklift

Overhead crane

Raymond side-loader

Job description

The Machine Operator will setup, calibrate, and operate the waterjet and/or CNC machine. Responsibilities also include inspecting products against customer specifications and assisting with other warehouse duties. Position located at Banner Industries.

Compensation & Hours

Training starts 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. After training, hours shift to 2:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Pay ranges $23–$26 per hour plus incentive eligibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates cutting machine(s) in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Performs programming and/or editing on assigned machine(s).
• Conducts preventative maintenance on assigned machine(s) and related equipment.
• Assists with other warehouse responsibilities as requested.
• Performs material movement tasks for order filling, receiving, and loading.
• Uses assigned power equipment—crown truck, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, forklift—to safely move material and meet order requirements.
• Follows customer requirements to select, fill and package orders.
• Works scheduled overtime and emergency/mandatory overtime as needed.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Stooping, standing, and manual dexterity required.
• Light lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less).
• Heavy lifting (frequent 25 lbs+).
• Must wear assigned safety equipment at all times (hard hat, safety shoes with metatarsal, safety glasses with side shields, gloves, arm guards).
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of warehouse experience.
• Capable of obtaining certification in assigned equipment (waterjet machine, forklift, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, etc.).
• Advanced measurement competency.
• Knowledge of commonly used warehouse concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of general work experience.
• One year of equipment experience.
• PC literacy.
• Certified in assigned equipment (forklift, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, etc.).

Benefits

A. M. Castle & Co. offers medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, disability benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

Company Overview

Founded in 1890, A. M. Castle & Co. is a global distributor of specialty metal and plastic products and supply chain services with service centers across North America, Europe, and Asia. It serves many Fortune 500 companies and a broad range of industries, specializing in alloy and stainless steel, nickel alloys, aluminum, and carbon.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please view the Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP.