Machine Operator

FurstStaffing; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Furst Staffing is seeking a Fabrication Operator in Freeport, IL. You will fabricate components using a variety of production equipment, and you are the starting point of the production process.

You must read technical drawings to 1/32 inch, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform quality checks with basic safety practices. A high school diploma and 2 years in manufacturing are required. Pay rate is $16.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of manufacturing or fabrication experience.
• Able to read technical drawings and measure to 1/32 inch.
• Able to communicate verbally with other employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate shears, saw, miter, benders and other equipment.
• Fabricate components using production equipment.
• Perform quality checks and in-process monitoring.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintain records of material consumption and WIP.

Skills

Read technical drawings

Read tape measure to 1/32 inch

Promote safe work environment

Lift up to 50lbs

Team and independent work

Attention to detail

Concentration under interruptions

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PIV equipment

Job description

Fabrication Operator

Pay Rate: $16.25

Hours: M-TH 6am-3pm Fr 6am-2pm Some Saturdays 6-11am.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for fabricating components using a variety of production equipment. This position is the starting point of the production process.

Essential Functions

• Proficiently operating shears, saw, miter, benders and other misc. equipment.
• Fabricate components using a variety of production equipment.
• Perform quality checks and in-process monitoring.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of material consumption and WIP
• Select 'best fit' raw material blanks for cut sheet
• Cut material per router (internal paperwork that details each job)
• Load racks with the steel and parts associated with each job
• Attain basic product line knowledge (pull stainless steel sheets off holding racks in a way to decrease scratches)
• Adherence to all safety requirements required within this work area
• Perform additional duties as deemed appropriate by the supervisor of this position

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings
• Read a tape measure accurately to 1/32"
• After provided training on the business software, attain a proficiency level necessary to perform the functions of the position
• Promote a safe work environment
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Certified to operate PIV
• Able to work with a team and independently
• Possess Strong attention to detail
• Ability to concentrate on tasks while dealing with multiple interruptions

Minimum Required Experience or Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent vocational school or work experience
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a manufacturing setting or fabrication specific vocational training
• Have basic mathematical knowledge
• Able to communicate verbally with other employee

You have 2+ years fabrication or manufacturing experience. You can read technical drawings and measure to 1/32 inch. You are comfortable lifting 50 lbs and operating PIV equipment