Machine Operator

Chicago-Tube-; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Tube and Iron Company in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Machine Operator to assist the shift supervisor in efficiently processing customer orders.

This role requires a high school diploma, 2–5 years of relevant experience, and the ability to operate a standup forklift and overhead crane, use measuring tools, and maintain safe production conditions.

Candidates should have basic computer skills and be able to communicate with supervisors and machinists as part of a diverse, growth‑oriented team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical training preferred.
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Overhead crane experience preferred.
• Ability to use caliper, micrometer, square, protractor, and tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Process orders to customer specifications.
• Operate standup forklift and overhead crane to move material.
• Maintain safe and efficient production conditions.
• Use micrometer and caliper to inspect parts.
• Place material in staging area.
• Package completed parts.
• Communicate with supervisor and machinists.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Caliper usage

Micrometer usage

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Standup forklift

Overhead crane

Micrometer

Caliper

Job description

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Machine Operator

Regular Full-Time Owatonna, MN, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Chicago Tube and Iron Company is a leader in the metals distribution and fabrication industry. We are an established company with an impressive record of profitability and growth.

Responsible for assisting the shift supervisor in the efficient processing of customer orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for processing orders to customer specifications.
• Operate standup forklift and overhead crane to move material.
• Maintain safe and efficient production conditions.
• Utilize a micrometer and caliper to inspect cut to length parts, as well as those produced on the equipment.
• May place material in staging area.
• May package completed parts.
• Communicate with supervisor and machinists.

Position Requirements:

• A high school education is required; technical training is preferred.
• A minimum of 2-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Overhead crane operator.
• Must know how to use caliper, micrometer, square, protractor, and tape measure.

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