Introduction
At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers’ most important assets…people, products, capital investments and processes.Overview
The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the tube machine, including setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting. This role also includes operating forklifts and overhead cranes to load and unload tube materials, supporting production schedules, and maintaining safety and quality standards.
Company Paid:Life Insurance, STD, and LTD
3 weeks PTO
8 paid holidays in 2025
Parental Leave
Additional Benefits:401k with company match
Medical, dental, vision
Employee Discount Programs
Miscellaneous other optional benefits
Career development and tuition assistance
Diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture
Responsibilities
- Operate the TruLaser Tube to trim, cut, and process tubing for production and other production machines
- Start up, reference, and shut down machines safely and accurately
- Load and unload materials manually and using automatic systems
- Operate a forklift and overhead crane to move and stage materials
- Utilize HMI control panel for production control, program adjustments, and job management
- Copy, transfer, and manage machine programs using USB or network systems
- Monitor cut quality and troubleshoot production issues
- Support consistent, accurate documentation of completed jobs
- Maintain machine cleanliness and assist with preventive maintenance
- Follow all company and OSHA safety protocols and procedures
- Comply with the EHS Policy and follow all company and OSHA safety protocols and procedures.
- Attend scheduled EHS trainings.
- Demonstrates safe work habits by adhering to general safety procedures, including correct techniques for lifting and bending, maintaining proper ergonomics, using equipment correctly, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Ensures strict adherence to all safety procedures, including the enforcement of Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of related experience or technical training in machine operating, laser or CNC cutting operations
- Experience operating a forklift and overhead crane
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to read and interpret machine parameters and technical documentation
- Proficient in basic computer programs
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical training or certification specific to laser cutting equipment
- Experience with TRUMPF machinery
- Prior experience operating or programming CNC or laser-cutting machines
- Familiarity with ERP or production control systems
Physical Requirements:- Stand for extended periods of time (6–12 hours)
- Squatting, kneeling and standing frequently.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
- Use of steps, ladders, and lifting equipment
- Regular exposure to a manufacturing environment, including noise, machinery, and heat
- dust/dirt frequently and fumes, vapors and mists occasionally.