Fabricator - Machine Operator

SteveRecruiter, LLC; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SteveRecruiter, LLC is seeking a Fabricator – Machine Operator for our Harlan, Iowa facility. You will set up, adjust, and operate fabrication equipment to produce metal components per blueprints and work orders, with a strong focus on safety and quality and keeping accurate production records.

Requirements include a high school diploma or 1–2 years' experience, ability to read instructions and drawings, basic math, and good communication and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1–2 years of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills including dimensions, quantities, metric conversions, algebra, and geometry.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication equipment, including press brakes, rollers, punch presses, sanders, drills, grinders, shears, saws, and other fabrication machinery.
• Utilize measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, rules, squares, angle gages, and height gages.
• Practice the highest degree of safety when performing essential duties of the position.
• Read and interpret parts drawings, process routings, and production requirement information.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Reading and interpreting instructions

Time management

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Rules

Squares

Angle gauges

Height gauges

Job description

Job Title: Fabricator – Machine Operator

Location: Harlan, Iowa

Salary: $22-28/hour

Job Summary of the Fabricator – Machine Operator: The Fabricator Machine Operator will set up, adjust, and operate fabrication equipment to produce metal components according to blueprints, specifications, and work orders. This role is responsible for maintaining safe operations, quality standards, and accurate production records.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Fabricator – Machine Operator:

• Operate fabrication equipment, including press brakes, rollers, punch presses, sanders, drills, grinders, shears, saws, and other fabrication machinery.


• Utilize measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, rules, squares, angle gages, and height gages.


• Practice the highest degree of safety when performing essential duties of his position.


• Read and interpret parts drawings, process routings, and production requirement information.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Fabricator – Machine Operator:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1-2 years of experience.


• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.


• Basic math skills including dimensions, quantities, metric conversions, algebra, and geometry.


• Strong communication, critical thinking, diligence, and time management skills.


• Welding experience is a plus, but not required.