Machine Operator

Gerdau; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Production Bonus

PTO & Vacation

Job summary

Gerdau in Huntington, Indiana is seeking a dependable Machine Operator to support plant operations. You will perform maintenance, install and repair equipment, fabricate and assemble machinery, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and hands-on experience with electrical diagnostics, hydraulics, mechanical drawings, rotating equipment, and industrial automation including PLCs and HMIs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge in 480 3 phase electrical diagnosis and use of multimeter.
• Knowledge or experience with industrial hydraulics.
• Knowledge or experience reading and understanding mechanical piping and structural drawings.
• Knowledge or experience with mechanical systems, water systems and rotating equipment.
• Knowledge or experience understanding industrial automation, PLC’s and HMIs.

Responsibilities

• Main functions: Perform maintenance, installation and repair work on the equipment, tooling and building that are necessary to the operation of the plant and office facilities.
• Fabricates, builds, and assembles machinery.
• Proceeds on work assignments with minimum supervision.

Skills

Electrical diagnosis

Multimeter usage

Industrial hydraulics

Mechanical drawings

Mechanical systems & rotating gear

Industrial automation: PLCs & HMIs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Machine Operator

Date: Oct 30, 2026

Location: Huntington, Indiana, US, 46750

Empowering people who build the future.

We Offer:

• Monthly Production Bonus
• PTO & Vacation

Main functions: Perform maintenance, installation and repair work on the equipment, tooling and building that are necessary to the operation of the plant and office facilities. Fabricates, builds, and assembles machinery. Proceeds on work assignments with minimum supervision.

Skills:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Knowledge in 480 3 phase electrical diagnosis and use of multimeter
• Knowledge or experience with industrial hydraulics
• Knowledge or experience reading and understanding mechanical piping and structural drawings
• Knowledge or experience with mechanical systems, water systems and rotating equipment
• Knowledge or experience understanding industrial automation, PLC’s and HMI’s

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or [e-mail]