Machine Operator 1 - Maintenance

oldcastlebuildingenvelope; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Paid time off

Bonuses

Training

Job summary

Oldcastle Building Envelope is hiring a Machine Operator 1 in Waxahachie, TX. The role focuses on setting up and operating plant equipment, performing routine maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to meet safety, quality, and production goals.

The position requires forklift experience, basic mechanical aptitude, and the ability to stand for long periods. Candidates should be reliable, organized, and capable of working weekends or overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain safe work practices.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow KPI targets for safety, quality, production and efficiency.
• Set up, start, adjust, and troubleshoot processing equipment; dispose of waste properly.
• Perform general plant maintenance and housekeeping.
• Maintain logs for parts inventory and machine PM compliance.
• Notify Maintenance of required repairs and potential issues.
• Be able to work overtime, including weekends when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift driving

Communication skills

Organized

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Job description

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here .

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

The Machine Operator 1 is focused on working with the Maintenance Department with set-up and operation of equipment. May operate different machines to ensure the equipment is working efficiently. This role reports to the Maintenance supervisor.

This role is perfect for an individual who has decision making, continuous improvement and trust and reliability skills. A vital member of the Maintenance Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.

What You’ll Get to Do

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements.
• Assist with setting-up, starting, adjusting, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and properly shutting. down process equipment as well as removal of any waste from the plant floor.
• Building and grounds housekeeping.
• Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment (i.e. fill lube lines, lube chain rails, grease guns, etc.) as required.
• Maintain logs and reports as required for parts inventory and machine PM compliance.
• Promptly notify the Maintenance Department of any maintenance required.
• May be required to work additional hours including weekends, and/or overtime.
• Other duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For .

• Experience in forklift driving, communication skills and well-organized skills
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to constantly stand/walk, bend at waist, squat at knees, crawl/kneel, reach from torso, reach overhead, grasp, push/pull, carry, lift/lower, stoop/crouch, and balance
• Frequently ascend and descend forklifts
• Exposure to warehouse environment that is not climate controlled.
• Ability to constantly stand/walk, bend at waist, squat at knees, crawl/kneel, reach from torso, reach overhead, grasp, push/pull, carry, lift/lower, stoop/crouch, and balance
• Frequently ascend and descend forklifts
• Exposure to warehouse environment that is not climate controlled.
• Ability to constantly stand/walk, bend at waist, squat at knees, crawl/kneel, reach from torso, reach overhead, grasp, push/pull, carry, lift/lower, stoop/crouch, and balance
• Frequently ascend and descend forklifts
• Exposure to warehouse environment that is not climate controlled. Ability to constantly stand/walk, bend at waist, squat at knees, crawl/kneel, reach from torso, reach overhead, grasp, push/pull, carry, lift/lower, stoop/crouch, and balance

What OBE Offers You

• Benefits that benefit you - industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• Work-life balance - PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Compensation that rewards your hard work - A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training - We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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