Machine Operator-1st Shift- Edmond, OK

APMEX, Inc.; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short Term Disability & Long-Term

Life Insurance

401K (Company matches!)

Tuition Reimbursement

College Debt Repayment

9 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off with Sell Back Option

Paid Day off for your Birthday

Daily Meal Stipend

Clothing Allowance

Job summary

APMEX, Inc. in Edmond/North OKC is seeking a 1st shift Machine Operator to run extrusion/press equipment in a climate-controlled environment. Daily safety checks, high-temperature material handling, and efficient setup are core parts of the role.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of production experience, with the ability to read drawings and use measurement tools. Excellent benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a production environment preferred.
• Ability to read drawings and operate measurement equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, calibrate, and test equipment at the start of each shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature, and operation.
• Examine visually, weigh, and measure components to ensure machines produce per standards and adjust as needed.
• Collaborate with team members, maintenance, and leaders to address any issues quickly and correctly.
• Communicate clearly with the next shift to ensure a smooth handoff.
• Maintain and clean equipment using approved solutions, grease guns, oil cans, air hoses and rags.
• Select and install cutters, molds, and parts; perform die changes as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace and follow safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Dependability

Integrity

Personal Organization

Quality

Sense of Urgency

Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Extrusion press operation

Forklift operation

Measurement equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

1st Shift Hours: 9:30 am- 6:00 pm Monday-Friday

This position is located in Edmond/North OKC

• Hours are subject to change based on business needs

A Day In The Life Of a Machine Operator

• Adjust, calibrate, and test equipment at the beginning of every shift to ensure proper pressure, speed, temperature, and general operation
• Examine visually, weigh, and measure components created from equipment to ensure machines are producing according to company and industry regulations and standards, adjusting as needed
• Work with team members, maintenance personnel, and leaders to ensure any complications are dealt with quickly and correctly
• Communicate with fellow team members to learn of any equipment problems or malfunctions and take care of them as they come up
• Maintain and clean equipment using regulated cleaning solutions, grease guns, oil cans, air hoses, and cleaning cloths
• Choose and install cutters, molds, and all other necessary equipment parts so machines are always operating at peak efficiency – This includes changing dies
• Communicate clearly and accurately to the following shift to ensure a smooth handoff
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace
• Other duties as necessary

The Machine Operators are responsible for safely running the various machines throughout the facility. This includes daily safety checks, monitoring the heating and loading of billets into the press, monitoring the material as it is extruded for consistency, and the ability to perform hot die changes. This machine operator could require the employee to constantly lift 35lb billets and be exposed to high temperatures, this operator will also be required to wear heat-reflective Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of the shift.

This is not your average manufacturing job! You'll work in a climate-controlled environment using leading-edge manufacturing equipment. You will also get a Meal Stipend, Paid Time Off (including your birthday!), and Top-Notch Benefits! You will also learn about the exciting world of numismatics and precious metals while growing in your new career!

Competency Statement(s)

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Communication: Communicates well verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, and has good listening skills.
• Dependability: Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Personal Organization: Keeps information organized and accessible, maintains clean/functional workspace, works systematically/efficiently, and manages time well.
• Quality: Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds the root cause of quality problems, and owns/acts on quality problems.
• Sense of Urgency: Prioritizes well, shows energy, reacts to opportunities, instills urgency in others, and meets deadlines.
• Work Environment/Safety: Promotes mutual respect, keeps the workplace clean and safe, and supports safety programs. Comfortable working in high temperatures. Comfortable working in loud environments.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in a production environment is preferred
• Experience operating an extrusion press or operating similar machinery is preferred
• Ability to read drawings and measurement equipment is required

Computer Skills

• Basic use of Microsoft Office preferred

Other Beneficial Qualifications

• Comfortable doing hot work and being consistently exposed to high temperatures
• Knowledge of safe workplace practices in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with others Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Requires strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or on a team
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
• Knowledge of forklift operation and safety a plus

Fantastic benefits provided by APMEX!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K (Company matches!)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• College Debt Repayment
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off with Sell Back Option
• Paid Day off for your Birthday
• Daily Meal Stipend
• Clothing Allowance