Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Chief Industries, Inc.; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays (8)

Education assistance

And much more.

Job summary

Chief Buildings Plant in Grand Island, NE is seeking a general machine operator responsible for set-up, processing parts, and final inspection on various equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality standards, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include inspecting parts before painting, performing routine maintenance, and operating material handling equipment. Education requires a high school diploma or GED, and the position offers full-time hours on the 1st shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong math skills are essential.
• Knowledge of basic hand tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up machinery, process parts, and inspect final parts.
• Prioritize safety and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Inspect products for dust, oil, rust before painting.
• Perform routine maintenance on assigned machines.
• Lift up to 70 pounds and operate forklifts/overhead cranes as needed.
• Work independently or with a team with minimal supervision.

Skills

Strong math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measures

Squares

Protractors

Job description

Chief Buildings Plant
Grand Island, NE 68803, USA

Description

Performs general machine operation, including set- up equipment, processing parts, and final part inspection on various assigned equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Inspects product for dust, oil, rust and other residue prior to painting.
• Maintain compliance to all quality control procedures and standards.
• Perform routine maintenance of assigned machines.
• Comfortably and safely lift up to 70 pounds.
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision

Shift:

• 1st Shift - 6:00am - 4:30pm

Education:

• High School Diploma, or GED, required.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

ABrandof Chief Industries,Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

Familiarity with metal fabrication and the ability to read shop drawings is helpful but not required- training will be provided for the right candidate.

Strong math skills are essential.

Basic understanding of hand tools such as tape measures, squares and protractors is preferred.

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