Machine Operator

Kloeckner Metals Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation seeks a Machine Operator to run metalworking machinery (press brakes, mills, lathes, saws, grinders) for high‑precision part fabrication in Tulsa, OK. You will load material, set up equipment, and monitor output quality.

The ideal candidate reads blueprints, has metalworking or mechanical trade experience, and can pass a background check and a vision/hearing mobility exam. Safety compliance and accurate production reporting are required.

Qualifications

• Blueprint reading preferred.
• Experience in metalworking or related trades ideal.
• Must pass background check.
• Must pass vision, hearing and mobility tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate metalworking machinery for forming, bending, turning, milling and cutting steel.
• Load raw material and start/stop equipment; perform basic maintenance.
• Monitor accuracy of quantity and quality output; adjust as needed.
• Inspect parts visually or with standard instruments and document production data.
• Follow work orders and customer blueprints; ensure safety practices.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Metalworking experience

Background check clear

Physical examination clearance

Plasma

Job description

Job Summary

Machine Operator. This position includes operation of various metalworking machinery (ex - press brakes, mills, lathes, saws, grinder, etc.) for the purpose of fabricating high precision parts.

Job Responsibilities

• Operation of metalworking machinery for forming, bending, turning, milling and/or cutting steel.
• Other metalworking positions include general labor for loading and unloading machines and deburring/grinding for manual weld spatter removal
• Perform routine operations including loading raw material and start-up/shut down of equipment
• Monitor machine performance regarding accuracy of quantity and quality output, making adjustments as needed
• Perform basic preventative and routine machine maintenance
• Manual assembly of product with use of manual and powered tools
• Proper stacking and protection of parts as required to maintain specified quality standard
• Ensure accuracy of parts produced by visual inspection and/or by use of standard inspection instruments (i.e., micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Submit first and last piece production for Quality Control approval
• Enter data on production reports regarding shop orders worked on, quantity produced, time worked, etc.
• Follow and verify all instruction provided by work orders and customer blueprints
• Notify supervision of problems with equipment and/or tooling that may cause defects/lost time
• Comply with all safety practices and Company policies
• Perform basic housekeeping duties.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately read blueprints, is a plus
• Prior metalworking, construction, or mechanical trade experience, is ideal
• Able to pass background check
• Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Plasma

Working Conditions

• Fast paced environment that includes constant standing
• Repetitive; moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 lbs

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