Machine Operator

kobeal; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobeal in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Machining Operator to monitor automated CNC lines producing aluminum billets for forging. The role requires careful observation of equipment, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

You will perform changeovers, make offset adjustments, and handle materials using a forklift and overhead crane while maintaining production documentation and a clean, organized workspace to ensure quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating CNC machining is preferred.
• Crane and forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor CNC machining lines to produce aluminum billets.
• Material handling with forklift and overhead crane.
• Maintain quality and perform offset adjustments.
• Fill out required production documents and perform changeovers.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Read English

Follow instructions

Basic math

Calipers

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Forklift

Crane

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNC experience preferred

Tools

CNC Machining

Job description

Job Title: Machining Operator

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Casting

Reports to: Supervisor

Position Summary:

Monitors a set of automated CNC machining lines to produce aluminum alloy billets for forging presses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure equipment is operating within specified parameters.
• Material handling requiring use of forklift and overhead crane
• Ensure quality is maintained
• Make offset adjustments if necessary
• Fill out required production documents
• Changeovers
• Maintain clean/organized work area
• Performs other duties as required

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic math skills
• Able to use measuring devices such as calipers
• Ability to identify nonstandard situations and respond accordingly.

Education & Experience:

• High school degree or GED equivalence.
• Experience in operating CNC machined is preferred
• Crane and forklift experience preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Requires constant physical activity throughout shift such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible work schedule as needed with adequate notification.
• Always maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment.
• Willing to work in hot/humid, cold, noisy industrial environments.