Machine Operator

Alamo Group Inc.; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Group Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator II to support multiple production machines and produce high-quality parts per blueprints and procedures. The role emphasizes safety, precision measurements, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Under supervision, you will set up equipment, monitor output, and assist with preventative maintenance, while training others as needed. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and about 1 year of operator experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience as a Machine Operator I required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate drill presses, presses, press brakes or roller machines to produce identical parts as specified by blueprints.
• Maintain production quantity, efficiency and quality on produced parts.
• Examine parts for quality compliance using blueprints, calipers, micrometers, tapes and high level math.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines.
• Locate and move parts as needed using a walk behind lift.
• Ability to train others.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Learning

People relations

Communication

Position knowledge

Results driven

High level math

Dexterity

Tool handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measure

Walk behind lift

Power tools

Job description

Position Summary:

Bush Hog ,RhinoAG, and Dixie Chopper are among the most recognized and successful brands in the Agricultural and Outdoor Power Equipment industries. The Machine Operator II is a key position in the Company and will support and contribute to the company goals of profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and accident prevention. The Machine Operator II, under general supervision, will set up and run multiple production machines such as but not limited to presses, drill presses, threaders, press brakes, and rollers to perform repetitive operations or produce quality identical parts as specified by blueprints and procedures.

Core Competencies for this position include:

• Learning

• People Relations

• Communication

• Position/Tech Knowledge

• Results Driven

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company meetings

• Set up, adjust and operate drill presses, presses, press brakes or roller machines to produce identical parts as specified by blueprints

• Maintain production quantity, efficiency and quality on produced parts

• Examine parts for quality compliance using blueprints, calipers, micrometers, tapes and high level math

• Perform preventative maintenance on machines

• Locate and move parts as needed using a walk behind lift

• Ability to train others

• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Capable of performing standard measurements using geometric tools (Tape Measure, Protractor, etc.)

• High level math and reading skills needed

• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions and make minor decisions involving some judgment in carrying out instructions

• Minimum dexterity required for use of hand and power tools

• Ability to operate under pressure

• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistance

• Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written

• Valid Drivers License

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required

• 1 year experience as a Machine Operator I required

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Conditions for this position include the ability to work in cramped spaces, to stand approximately 8 hours per day, able to stoop and reach around on a constant basis, able to work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing plant environment, able to see, hear, speak and use hands and fingers to use tools and equipment.

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).