Machine Operator 1 - Maintenance

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry competitive benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunity for annual raises andBonu

Job summary

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope (OBE) is hiring a Machine Operator 1 in Texas. This role works with the Maintenance Department to set up and operate equipment, ensuring efficient performance and adherence to safety standards.

The position reports to the Maintenance supervisor and offers opportunities for growth within a leading building envelope manufacturer. The ideal candidate can handle routine troubleshooting, maintain logs, and support proactive maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklift equipment and basic machinery in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot simple problems.
• Comfortable with physically demanding tasks and long periods of standing.

Responsibilities

• Follow KPI targets for safety, quality, and production efficiency.
• Set up and operate equipment; diagnose minor issues and perform shutdowns as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping and logs for inventory and machine PMs.
• Notify maintenance of issues and coordinate with the team for downtime.
• Work additional hours as required, including weekends.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Attention to safety

Job description

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 theMaintenance 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 OBEOffers 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

OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.

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As set forth in Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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