Machine Operator

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation in Alabama is seeking a Production Machine Operator to set up and operate production equipment per established procedures. You will work on CNC and Cam driven bar machines, read blueprints, and verify quality using precision gauges on completed parts.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to work instructions, and participation in continuous improvement efforts within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum six months on-site training as a machine operator or 3 years as machinist.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools, CNC and Cam driven bar machines.
• Set up, adjust or operate basic or specialized machine tools for precision work.
• Read blueprints and verify with precision gauges.
• Move and document production and quality outputs as required.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement activities.
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Cam driven Bar Machines

Precision instrumentation

Job description

Position Summary

Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools and, CNC machines and Cam driven Bar Machines.
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
• Change offsets on CNC Machines.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Utilize precision instrumentation and gages to verify product quality and integrity.
• Move completed parts per standard work processes.
• Complete appropriate documentation to track production and quality outputs.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement activities.
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of six months of on-site training as a machine operator or 3 years of related work experience as a machinist

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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