Machine Operator

IES Infrastructure; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

IES is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join the Fabrication team in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. The role involves setting up and operating sheet metal fabrication machines, reading drawings, and ensuring high-quality parts produced safely and efficiently.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least two years in production, plus PPE, LOTO, GHS training; able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. Experience with calipers and tape measures is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Read prints, blueprints, assembly prints, packing lists, and shop orders.
• High attention to detail with consistent quality.
• Strong math for measurements and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret prints, setup sheets, and assembly instructions for each project.
• Operate sheet metal fabrication machines in a productive and safe manner.
• Set up machines by selecting appropriate programs and tools based on specifications and part requirements.
• Ensure proper die clearance for each setup to avoid damage and ensure precision.
• Load and secure various sizes of steel, aluminum, and stainless steel onto machines.
• Measure parts using tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools, making adjustments as necessary to ensure accuracy.
• Record daily production data and report it on routing sheets.
• Perform self-setup of machines by matching programs to materials and tools.
• Safely operate a tow motor and overhead crane to assist in handling materials.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and support as needed.
• Identify and report any operational or quality issues to the Department Lead, Production Supervisor, and/or Quality Control.

Skills

Read blueprints

Detail oriented

Measuring accuracy

Tool proficiency

Safe operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Tow motor

Overhead crane

Job description

General Job Description

Job Title: Machine OperatorDepartment: FabricationReports to: Production SupervisorClassification: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our Fabrication team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating various sheet metal fabrication machines, ensuring the production of high-quality parts in a safe and efficient manner. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, and a commitment to safety.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret prints, setup sheets, and assembly instructions for each project.

• Operate sheet metal fabrication machines in a productive and safe manner.

• Set up machines by selecting appropriate programs and tools based on specifications and part requirements.

• Ensure proper die clearance for each setup to avoid damage and ensure precision.

• Load and secure various sizes of steel, aluminum, and stainless steel onto machines.

• Measure parts using tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools, making adjustments as necessary to ensure accuracy.

• Record daily production data and report it on routing sheets.

• Perform self-setup of machines by matching programs to materials and tools.

• Safely operate a tow motor and overhead crane to assist in handling materials.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and support as needed.

• Identify and report any operational or quality issues to the Department Lead, Production Supervisor, and/or Quality Control.

Specific Qualifications

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, blueprints, assembly prints, packing lists, and shop orders.

• High attention to detail with the ability to meet quality standards consistently.

• Strong knowledge of fractions, decimals, and basic math for measurements and calculations.

• Proficient with tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.

• Capable of operating machines in a safe and productive manner.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members and supervisors.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least two years of experience in a production environment or machine operation.

• Required training includes:

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training

• Global Harmonization System (GHS) Training

• Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) Training

• Tow Motor and Overhead Crane Certification (Onsite training available).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.

• Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, reaching overhead, and grasping.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs.

• Ability to work safely and effectively in a production environment.

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

Additional Data

EEO & Aff…

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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