Machine Operator

Bonnavilla; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid vacation

Company‑paid life insurance

Vision Insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Bonnavilla seeks a hands-on Machinist to operate and set up fabrication equipment, read drawings, and ensure quality. This role emphasizes safety and accurate data entry into the operating system.

You will work with a team, use basic hand tools, and maintain tooling for efficient production. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with benefits including paid vacation and health insurance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read shop drawings.
• Knowledge of machine operation and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate various fabrication machines (e.g., punch press, shear, press brake).
• Set up tooling as needed.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment as required.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Skills

Reading fabrication drawings

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Square

Protractor

Job description

Description

Performs general machine operation, including set- up equipment, processing parts, and final part inspection on various assigned equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Operate various fabrication machines (e.g., punch press, shear, press brake).
• Set up tooling as needed.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings.
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.
• Understand machine operation, capacity, and routine maintenance.
• Responsible for overall quality and quantity of assigned work.
• Properly completes all routine paperwork related to the job responsibilities. Process will involve entering data into a computer based operating system.
• Work at developing knowledge of layout procedures and more complicated set‑ups and tolerance adjustments.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for creating a collaborative, safe and hazard free environment that is driven by employee involvement. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to leading departmental continuous improvement projects, supporting and executing all safety and health policies and programs, employee training and incident investigations.

Benefits

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Qualifications

Basic understanding of hand tools such as tape measures, squares, and protractors

Familiarity with metal fabrication and ability to read shop drawings

Ability to operate various fabrication machines

Knowledge of machine operation, capacity, and routine maintenance

Ability to set up tooling as needed

Preferred

Proficient in reading and interpreting fabrication drawings

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