Machine Operator

acsius; South Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

acsius is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and operate CNC Brake Press, Roll Former, Raz, CNC Punch, Laser, or Amada equipment. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting tools, inputting control media, and ensuring parts meet specifications.

You will perform basic measurement with calipers and gauges, maintain maintenance records, keep the workspace clean, and work 8+ hours daily in a non-air-conditioned shop. Prior CNC experience is required.

Qualifications

• Prior CNC machine experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform basic measurements.
• Proficiency with calipers and gauges for quality checks.
• Strong attention to safety and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates CNC Brake Press, Roll Former, Raz, CNC Punch, Laser, or Amada machines.
• Selects, aligns punch tools and inputs control media.
• Verifies conformance of finished work-piece to specifications.
• Maintains maintenance records and housekeeping in the plant.
• Operates from blueprints and tolerances, ensuring quality.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Basic math

English reading

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Physical coordination

Communication

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Precision instruments

Hand tools

Job description

Machine Operator

Sets up and operates computer numerical control Brake Press, Roll Former, Raz, CNC Punch, Laser, or Amada machines.

Essential job functions

• Selects, aligns punch tools.
• Identifies and select necessary metal and equipment, including mechanical equipment and/or tool.
• Retrieve and input computerized machine control media.
• Verifies conformance of finished work-piece to specifications.
• Uses bars, calipers, gauges, precision instruments, hand tools and wrenches.
• Maintains necessary maintenance records.
• Maintains a good housekeeping in the plant and work areas

Marginal job functions

• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Ability to carry out not only simple but complex oral and written.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read and understand English sufficiently.
• Ability to operate CNC machines and equipment.
• Ability to read blue prints drawings in order to perform jobs according to specifications.
• Ability to comprehend additional training in relation to the performing of the work duties.
• Ability to develop other technical and management skills for future promotion.
• High level of attentiveness and physical coordination to perform the work activities safely and productively.

Physical demands

100 % of the work tasks are performed in-door and subjected to environmental and weather condition changes.

Other Ergonomics Requirements

The position of CNC punch operator is a physically demanding job. The functions performed ordinarily involve: extending hands and arms in all directions, holding, grasping, pressing, turning objects using hands, picking, lifting, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers. Must of these work activities are performed from awkward positions that requires a lot of physical strength and coordination, including eyes' coordination. Functions also involve frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, bending at waist, bending legs, bending downward and forward, and moving about on hands and knees. Performance of some tasks or operation of equipment may require motor coordination, finger-dexterity, eye-hand-foot coordination and color discrimination.

Qualifications Standards

• Prior CNC machine experience.

Performance Standards

The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The ability to communicate effectively with and work with other personnel and customers.
• Proper operation of equipment.
• Visual observation and periodic verification.

Hours: 8 or more per day

Week: 40 or more hours per week.

Lunch: Half hour.

Standing: Stands 100 % of the time

Environment: Shop is not air-conditioned

Stress: Medium

Physical task: Must bend, squat, lift, push or pull material up to 50 lbs frequently.