Machine Operator

Gunderson Marine & Iron; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Gunderson Marine & Iron in Portland, OR is seeking a skilled machinist to operate a range of shop equipment. You will read blueprints, set up machines, and fabricate parts to tight tolerances while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include assembling parts from drawings, using hand tools, and keeping accurate counts. The role emphasizes quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a heavy industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling mechanical parts using blueprints.
• Experience with various hand tools.
• Minimum 6 months in heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
• Machine operating experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and numeric ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more machines (shears, press brakes, plasma-punch, punches, iron worker, drill press, lathe, milling machines, burning machines).
• Maintain and monitor machine function; verify material availability.
• Analyze machine operations and output; adjust for changeovers.
• Use grinders and edge prep machines; ensure parts meet specs with tape measure.
• Assemble parts from drawings; maintain accurate part counts and quality.
• Perform shop tasks and keep area clean; maintain paperwork.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Ability to read blueprints

Ability to read tape measure

Ability to set up machines safely

Ability to follow safety procedures

Autonomous or team

Good communication

Tools

Grinder

Edge prep machines

Hoists

Pry bars

Tape measures

Job description

Summary

Operate specialty machinery to fabricate and manufacture quality parts according to specifications. Assemble parts for production. Work in a safe and efficient manner to meet production deadlines.

Summary

Operate specialty machinery to fabricate and manufacture quality parts according to specifications. Assemble parts for production. Work in a safe and efficient manner to meet production deadlines.

Duties And Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this role. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Operate one or more of the following (depending on the assigned area): shears, manual and CNC press brakes, CNC plasma-punch, punches, iron worker, drill press, lathe, milling machines, burning machines and other like machines
• Maintain and monitor machine to make sure it functions properly
• Verify adequate materials and supplies are available to complete operations as needed
• Analyze machine operations and output if applicable
• Adjust machine as needed for changeovers, different functions, or other varying needs of production
• Use grinder and edge prep machines
• Use tape measure to assure parts meet specifications
• Assemble parts by following assembly drawings
• Maintain accurate part counts and quality
• Perform various shop related tasks as assigned by area supervision
• Utilize various specialty hand tools including tape measures, hammers, sledge hammers, hoists, pry bars, impact wrenches, air compressor paintbrushes, levels
• Safely perform job duties with little guidance, with a high level of efficiency and accuracy
• Keep paperwork in order
• Keep work area clean

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The following generally describes requirements to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills; must be able to read a tape measure and convert fractions
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to set up machines safely and efficiently
• Ability to follow safety proceduresAbility to follow verbal/written instructions
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
• Motivated to continuously improve and learn new skills

Education And Experience

• Experience assembling mechanical parts using blueprints required
• Experience and familiarity with various hand tools required
• Minimum of 6 months experience in heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred
• Machine operating experience preferred

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $22 – $34 per hour.