Machine Operator

Farwest; North Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Safety bonus

Career development opportunities

Paid vacation

Job summary

Farwest is seeking a warehouse operations professional in Utah to operate rebar fabrication and material handling equipment in a team environment. You will service customers while maximizing material utilization and adhering to safety policies.

The role is full-time onsite with a day schedule (6:00am to 2:30pm), offering a wage of $18.50–$23.25 per hour depending on experience. Farwest provides a safety bonus, benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma optional.
• Previous rebar warehouse preferred.
• Make mathematical calculations.
• Communicate verbally with customers and other coworkers.
• Fill in for other positions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate rebar equipment (Bender, Shear, Spiral, Cranes, Bandsaw) safely and efficiently.
• Perform preventative maintenance and report defects to maximize uptime.
• Participate in safety meetings and promote lean initiatives.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff to train and share knowledge.
• Support other operators to improve process flow and quality checks.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Education

GED or high school diploma

Job description

Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about this warehouse operations position.

About Western Coating

Since 1985, the Western Coating Auburn location has been the industry source for Epoxy-Coated Rebar throughout the Pacific Northwest. WCI Auburn delivers the highest quality coated reinforced bar that protects concrete structures for generations. From our strategic location in Auburn Washington, we serve the markets of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, British Columbia, Alaska, Hawaii and many of the Pacific Islands. In 1998, Farwest steel Corporation acquired Western Coating, Inc.

Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 650 employees located in 7 Western States.

As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: To be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance and Disability, a 401K with up to 3.5% match
• Safety bonus of up to $0.60 an hour paid quarterly based on branch safety goals
• Career development opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays

About This Position

Job Type: Full-time, Onsite

Schedule: Day, 6:00am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday

Wage: $18.50 to $23.25, depending on experience

To safely and accurately operate and maintain rebar fabrication and material handling equipment in a team environment. The common goal is to service our customers while maximizing the utilization of materials.

Key Responsibilities

1. Efficient operation of the rebar equipment (Bender, Shear, Spiral, Cranes, Bandsaw) by challenging the capabilities of the machine and maximizing the utilization of material producing cost effective services. Constantly follow all safety policies and standard operating procedures at all times.
2. Maintain machines by performing preventative maintenance as needed. Assure maximum up time, and report defective material or equipment.
3. Ensure a safe and productive work place through actively participating in safety meetings, team meetings, and promotion of lean initiatives.
4. Communicate-train and work with warehouseperson and warehouseperson trainee to help maximize their knowledge in production.
5. Help other operators at other machines to help increase process flow or by assisting them in performing quality checks in all areas.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma optional.
• Previous rebar warehouse preferred.
• Make mathematical calculations.
• Communicate verbally with customers and other coworkers.
• Fill in for other positions as needed.

Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at www.farweststeel.com/careers.

As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC. Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US.