Employee-Owned Machine Operator – Metal Fabrication

Tank Connection International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tank Connection in Baxter Springs, KS, is seeking a Machine Operator to operate fabricating machines such as saws, shears, rolls, and brakes for tank systems. This full-time role requires reading blueprints, basic math, and precise measurement.

The successful candidate will work in a manufacturing environment, maintain quality, follow safety procedures, and may be asked to extend hours to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints or sketches.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to use measuring tools (tape measure, level, square).
• Strong attention to accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Read job specifications or blueprints to determine machine adjustments.
• Set stops and guides to specified length.
• Position workpiece and operate machine controls.
• Observe machine operation and detect defects or malfunctions.
• Maintain clean and safe work area; follow safety procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read blueprints

Measuring with ruler/t tape

Basic math

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Measuring tools

Job description

Tank Connection in Baxter Springs, KS, is seeking a Machine Operator to operate fabricating machines such as saws, shears, rolls, and brakes for tank systems. This full-time role requires reading blueprints, basic math, and precise measurement.

The successful candidate will work in a manufacturing environment, maintain quality, follow safety procedures, and may be asked to extend hours to meet deadlines.