Machine Operator 1st Shift

Cornerstonebuildingbrandscareers; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

PTO and paid holidays

401k and retirement planning

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement and training

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is hiring a Machine Operator I in Shelbyville, IN. The role involves setting up and operating heavy machinery to perform cutting, punching, forming, and processing tasks, with a focus on safety and quality.

You’ll read blueprints, interpret specs, and ensure correct materials and part identification. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of related manufacturing experience, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience.
• Experience operating manufacturing machinery.
• Good communication skills and basic computing ability.
• Able to use measuring gauges and read a tape measure.
• Forklift and crane experience a plus; trainable on both.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heavy machinery for cutting, punching, forming, and processing.
• Follow safety rules in a manufacturing environment.
• Operate CNC machines and related equipment with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and lubrication on tools and equipment.
• Mark parts with numbers, attach tags, and read blueprints to identify materials.
• Inspect products and ensure quality according to systems.
• Read schedules and work as a team with safety first.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Basic computer skills

Read a tape measure

Flexibility to work overtime

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools and nail guns

Measuring gauges

Forklift experience

Crane experience

Job description

JOB DETAILS

• Pay Rate: $19.25 per hour
• Shift Hours: 5:00 am - 1:30 pm, hours may vary depending on operations.
• This is a position with the potential overtime. The shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours long depending on work orders for the day and season of the year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Machine Operator I is responsible for setting up and operating heavy machinery and related gauges to perform various cutting, punching, forming, blocking, and processing operations. They must have thorough knowledge of production techniques and the ability to produce quality-building parts.
• Understands and follows safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and around a manufacturing environment
• Ability to set-up and operate machinery and equipment to cut, punch, form, or paint quality finished or semi-finished parts.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment and material handling equipment.
• Operate various CNC-controlled machines, such as presses, lasers, and rolling mills in a fast-paced production setting, with an emphasis on safety and quality
• Performs routine preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and production tools as required to maintain proper operation.
• Marks part numbers, order numbers, and the number of pieces on parts. Attaches identification tags as required for customer to have the ability locate correct parts.
• Interprets blueprints, specifications, and other technical data to select the correct raw material or semi-finished parts.
• Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area.
• Provide cost-saving suggestions and ideas to improve productivity and eliminate waste
• Utilize scanning equipment
• Inspect work visually for defects according to Quality Systems
• Read a tape measure, write, and follow posted schedules
• Team player and keeping safety first
• May be assigned other projects and duties as designated by Team Leader
• Willing/able to work overtime

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of one year of related work experience in manufacturing or comparable work environment
• A minimum of one year operating manufacturing machinery and/or equipment
• Good Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Experience with hand tools, wrenches, banding equipment and nail guns
• Able to use of measuring gauges
• Able to read a tape measure
• Forklift experience a plus / Must be trainable on forklift
• Crane experience a plus / Must be trainable on crane
• Flexible with working overtime and weekends when needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist

Site Address

1780 McCall Dr., Shelbyville, IN 46176

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here . If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.