2nd Shift Machine Operator I - Katy, TX

Reliance, Inc.; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. in Texas seeks a production associate to operate metalworking machines, read blueprints and work orders, and determine processing specs for precision parts. You will align fixtures, set speeds, monitor tools, and ensure parts meet exact tolerances.

The role supports material handling and documentation, with emphasis on safety and quality compliance. The position requires basic math, reading comprehension, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced metal processing environment.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting metal working machines preferred.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic production activities on a variety of machines to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Review blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other specifications to understand machining characteristics of metals.
• Choose correct material for the job according to work order.
• Determine processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, and tolerances.
• Align and secure fixtures, tools, and materials onto machines.
• Set speeds, feeds and controls and determine operation sequence for materials and conditions.
• Machine and modify parts using lathes, milling machines, etc.
• Fabricate, modify, and/or repair mechanical instruments.
• Create complex parts per drawings with proper blocking to avoid distortion.
• Position work pieces for processing on multiple machines as needed.
• Operate machines as required by workload.
• Measure pieces with calipers, micrometers, scales to ensure conformance.
• Perform quality control inspections during production; ISO locations perform In Process QA.
• Clean equipment according to maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose problems and adjust machines; remove scrap.
• Coordinate and execute material handling.
• Complete work order paperwork/documentation.
• Restock material.
• Mark identification on material/work pieces before/after processing.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading instructions

Measurement skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing metals processing and distribution work. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Phoenix Metals in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit (Stationary position), Walk (Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl (Position self to Move), Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion.

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Responsible for performing basic production activities on variety of machines to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Reviews blue prints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications to understand machining characteristics of various metals.
• Chooses correct material for the job according to work order.
• Determines processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances and operational sequences.
• Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines.
• Selects and monitors speeds, feeds and controls and determines operation sequence for various materials and operating conditions.
• Machines and modifies parts used to repair tools or machines per specifications using tools such as lathes, milling machines, etc.
• Fabricates, modifies, and/or repairs mechanical instruments.
• Creates complicated or irregularly shaped parts or sections per established drawings, requiring careful blocking and clamping to avoid springing or distortion.
• Positions work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines).
• Operates a variety of machines during processing as required based on work load or business needs.
• Measures and examines pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales and squares to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.
• Cleans equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.
• Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
• Coordinates and executes material handling.
• Completes work order paperwork/documentation.
• Restocks material.
• May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing.
• May mark material after processing and store material for additional processing and/or shipping.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting metal working machines preferred.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.