Lead Machine Operator

Steel Fabricators, LLC; Telferner (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Structural Steel, LLC is looking for a dedicated Lead Machine Operator in Telferner, Texas. You will operate a variety of machines, ensuring quality control and adhering to safety standards. A commitment to integrity and excellence is key in this role.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience. You will also perform maintenance on machines and manage materials. The salary ranges from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience with additional pay for weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience operating various production machinery.
• Frequent prolonged standing and ability to lift materials up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machines like drill lines and brake presses.
• Inspect materials for quality control.
• Perform basic maintenance on machines.
• Ensure safe operations and compliance with policies.

Skills

Ability to read and understand blueprints

Knowledge of metal and fabrication equipment

Ability to operate forklift and crane

Ability to withstand pressure and adapt to changes

Manual agility and coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Production machinery

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Alamo Structural Steel, LLC is a leading structural steel fabricator in Texas, committed to integrity, quality, and excellence. We take pride in delivering high‑quality fabricated steel on time while upholding the highest ethical standards.

Job Description

As a Lead Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating various machines such as drill lines, anglematic, brake presses, auerosheers, burn tables, duplicators, paranas, and transfer tables. You must read and interpret blueprints and diagrams to carefully set up, select, position, secure, and operate production machinery under established procedures and guidelines. The Machine Operator will accurately and timely adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications.

Minimum Starting Salary: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour - depending on experience.

Weekends: Friday - Sunday 5:00am-5:30pm - you work 36hrs, get paid for 40hrs as long as you work the full scheduled shift. Plus a $3.00 shift differential for every hour associated with the Weekend Shift.

Essential Functions:

• Rigorously inspect materials before, during, and after processing to ensure quality control of the finished product
• Read and interpret written instructions from manufacturing work orders and cut-sheets
• Ensure machines are operating properly and safely
• Provides basic maintenance to the machine(s) to properly operate
• Prepare materials to be processed and mounted coil in the hub
• Operate hoists and check periodically to plan preventative maintenance assigned to the truck production functions
• Runs full diagnosis and treatment of faults and/or situations that affect the functioning of the designated machine
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Comply with Company and OSHA policies
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge and ability to distinguish different types of materials.
• Knowledge of metal and basic shop fabrication equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, engineering specifications, and troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Ability to operate forklift, overhead crane, and tractor‑trailer
• Ability to withstand pressure and adapt to changes
• Ability to multi‑task while meeting strict deadlines

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Two years of experience operating various types of production machinery.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent prolonged standing, be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual agility, coordination, and stamina.

Additional Information

Alamo Structural Steel is an equal opportunity employer and drug‑free workplace that complies with ADA regulations.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.