Machine Operator 2

Reliance, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an experienced machinist to supervise and perform metals processing and distribution tasks.

The role includes operating and setting up a variety of machines, interpreting blueprints, selecting materials, and ensuring conformance to specifications. Responsibilities also cover maintaining safety standards, quality inspections, and completing paperwork while coordinating material handling and repairs as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years warehousing, material handling, and machining experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and basic math computations.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience and judgment.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced production activities on machines to produce precision parts.
• Review blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other specifications to understand machining characteristics.
• Choose correct material for the job according to work order.
• Determine processing specifications and tolerances for materials.
• Align and secure fixtures, tools, and materials on machines.
• Select and monitor speeds, feeds and operation sequences.
• Operate machines and modify parts per specifications using lathes, milling machines, etc.
• Fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments.
• Measure pieces with precision instruments to ensure specifications.
• Perform quality control inspections on finished products and document results.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Basic measurement skills

Computer proficiency

Time management

Decision making

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing work metals processing and distribution work within the Reliance family of companies. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Reliance companies in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Responsible for performing advanced production activities on variety of machines to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Reviews blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications to understand machining characteristics of various metals.
• Chooses correct material for the job according to work order.
• Determines processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances and operational sequences.
• Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines.
• Selects and monitors speeds, feeds and controls and determines operation sequence for various materials and operating conditions.
• Machines and modifies parts used to repair tools or machines per specifications using tools such as lathes, milling machines, etc.
• Fabricates, modifies, and/or repairs mechanical instruments.
• Creates complicated or irregularly shaped parts or sections per established drawings, requiring careful blocking and clamping to avoid springing or distortion.
• Positions work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines).
• Operates a variety of machines during processing as required based on workload or business needs.
• Measures and examines pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales and squares to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.
• Cleans equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.
• Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
• Coordinates and executes material handling.
• Completes work order paperwork/documentation.
• Restocks material.
• May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing.
• May mark material after processing and store material for additional processing and/or shipping.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• 5 - 10 years of relevant warehousing, material handling, and machining experience required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN