CNC Auto Cell & Multi-Dept Operator – Learn & Grow

Ellwood; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive quarterly bonus

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental and vision plans

Company-paid Life, AD&D and disability

Job summary

Ellwood Texas Forge Houston is seeking a Utility Operator to work across multiple departments and shifts. You may help run the 11,000-ton forging press at temperatures as high as 2200 degrees, or machine parts for aerospace and military applications. Expect duties across saw operations, grind finishing, and material handling in a yard environment.

The role emphasizes safety, physical work, and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to grow within a supportive manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform a very physical job, including heavy lifting and pulling.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in safe material handling using overhead cranes and wheeled equipment.
• Assist in process activities (Saw Operations, Forge, Heat Treat, Processing) as required and directed.
• Verify saw dimensions or weights, using measurement tools or scales; set controls to adjust speed, feed rate, and blade tensions.
• Operate saws to cut, slot, groove, and trim work pieces according to specifications.
• Use hand, swing and auto grinder to grind parts in accordance with work instructions.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the manager.
• Perform yard duties, such as dumping scale/scrap, arranging press tools, transporting material in/out and around the shop.
• Complete required operational data entry and maintain material traceability per operations requirements.
• Observe all safety, health and environmental procedures.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Job description

Ellwood Texas Forge Houston is seeking a Utility Operator to work across multiple departments and shifts. You may help run the 11,000-ton forging press at temperatures as high as 2200 degrees, or machine parts for aerospace and military applications. Expect duties across saw operations, grind finishing, and material handling in a yard environment.

The role emphasizes safety, physical work, and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to grow within a supportive manufacturing team.