3rd Shift Machine Operator

Elliott Equipment Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Elliott Equipment Company in Omaha, NE is seeking a skilled Machine Operator for 3rd shift to set up and operate milling machines, lathes, and related tools to manufacture components. The role requires attention to detail and adherence to drawings and tolerances.

Experience with CNC programming, g-code, and AutoCAD is preferred. Joining Elliott means contributing to a 100% employee-owned culture within Stellar Industries, with growth opportunities and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires set-up and operation of milling machines, lathes, and related tools to fabricate parts.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Program CNC lathes and mills; basic g-code knowledge.
• Uses precision measurement tools like micrometers and calipers.
• Works under general supervision with emphasis on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate standard milling machines, lathes and related equipment to manufacture components.
• Perform precision machining and assembly activities per drawings and specifications.
• Read drawings and verify tolerances using precision measurement tools.
• Program CNC lathes/mills and utilize AutoCAD for related tasks.
• Maintain equipment and promote safe, efficient work practices.

Job description

Career Opportunities with Elliott Equipment Company

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BUILD WHAT’S NEXT

Be Part of the Team Powering Infrastructure Forward

Elliott Equipment designs and manufactures truck-mounted aerial work platforms, boom truck cranes, and digger derricks that help crews work safer and more efficiently across utility, sign & lighting, construction, and governmental markets. With over 75 years of innovation, we are known for purpose-built equipment and long-term reliability.

As part of Stellar Industries, Elliott is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company. That ownership mindset drives our culture, our quality, and our commitment to continuous improvement.

What you can expect at Elliott:

• Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A lean, continuous-improvement environment
• Competitive pay and strong benefits

Build your career where ownership, pride, and performance come standard!

MACHINE OPERATOR 3rd Shift - $2,000 HIRING BONUS
Pay Range: $24-28 based on experience
3rd Shift Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00PM - 6:00AM, OT Scheduled as needed
Differential: $2/hour

OVERALL SUMMARY

Under general supervision, sets up and operates standard milling machines, lathes, and other machine tools as directed in the support of Elliott Equipment Company. Responsible for the manufacture of components and assemblies to tolerances as directed by drawings, internal sketches, or other forms of instruction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ability to operate and program numerically controlled machines lathes drills, mills, and other related equipment to fabricate parts.
• Performs precision machine work in order to create, assemble, disassemble, modify or repair machines, apparatus, mechanical devises and subassemblies. Makes, fits and installs parts
• Operates all machine shop power tools including lathes, mills, drill press, punch press, saws, shears plasma and brake, applying knowledge of machining properties of various metals
• Uses precision measurement and layout tools, including micrometers, calipers, rules, squares and compass, applying shop mathematics and formulae from handbook charts and tables
• Reads and interprets drawings, sketches and diagrams
• Successful understanding of programming/operation of CNC lathes, mills and Accer, including g-code programming, AutoCAD
• Builds and/or modifies equipment in accordance to established specifications to meet specific project requirements
• Repairs and/or modifies existing and new products accordance with established specifications and procedures
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Individual must possess these knowledge’s, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Good math and measurement skills
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Ability to resolve conflicts in a courteous and professional manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma, technical certificate, or equivalent coursework or training in a directly related area with 3+ year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified