Machine Operator - 2nd shift

MICA Steelworks; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) 3% Match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Job summary

MICA Steelworks is seeking a Fabrication Machine Operator to transport structural steel sections using an overhead crane in the production area and support routine fabrication tasks. The role requires reading blueprints, operating various machines, and maintaining quality with precision measurements.

Responsibilities include inspecting parts, following production orders, and performing deburring and cleaning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 1–3 years fabrication machine operator experience or related field.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, tolerances, and work orders; basic math including fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Inspect own parts and those of others using tape measures, calipers, and related measuring tools.
• Read and complete production orders, QA and manufacturing documentation as required.
• Perform secondary operations (cleaning, deburring) and manage material handling with hoists/forklifts.
• Record machinery operation variances and perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Follow safety regulations and wear PPE; ensure area is clean and orderly.
• Overtime when requested.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Overhead crane

Math proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Brake Press machine

Blocking machine

Seamer machine

Radial arm drill

Bed drill

Micrometers/Calipers

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine metal fabrication related duties in support of the parts production process. This position is responsible for using control mechanisms or direct physical activity to transport structural steel sections inside the production area utilizing a pendant controlled overhead crane.

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, plus one (1) to three (3) years fabrication machine operator experience or related field required. Blocking machine, Brake Press machine, Seamer machine, angle drill, multi-head torch, rack punch, radial arm drill, and bed drill experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires a thorough understanding of shop practices and procedures.
• Requires a basic understanding of producing & inspecting precision components.
• Must be able to read and interpret average to complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, factory work orders, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Must be able to use various precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gauges, calipers, dial indicators, protractors, and tape measures to ensure components have been manufactured to tight tolerances.
• Must have knowledge of basic math and different dies
• Must have overhead and jib crane experience
• Ability to read tape measure and degree finder
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inspecting own parts as well as those of others using tools such as tape measures, scales, calipers and possibly various computerized measuring devices.
• Must be able to read and complete production orders, QA and manufacturing documentation as required.
• Performs secondary operations, such as cleaning and debarring, to manufactured parts as required.
• Operates overhead hoists and forklifts to move material and necessary equipment to perform machine operations. Will arrange parts as needed for production and deliver raw stock, partially completed work, and completed jobs to appropriate storage or production areas.
• Records machinery operation variances from normal settings and results. Completes basic preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment. Performs visual safety checks for machine wear, damage to tooling and correct positioning of safety guards.
• Cleans area as required. Assists other machine operators as required.
• Incumbent is expected to follow all safety regulations, keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for the assigned work area(s).
• Required to follow Corporate Safety guidelines and may participate in audits, incident investigations, etc. as needed.
• Inform Supervisor immediately of any malfunction.
• Visually inspect and check to make sure parts are within tolerance before bending.
• Maintain good attendance & punctuality.
• Follow shop foreman’s instructions.
• Overtime when requested.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full time shop exposure.
• Extreme temperatures. (Sometimes due to season).
• No travel requirements.
• Perform work standing up for 8-10 hours per day and up to 6 days a week.
• Good vision, hearing, smell and balance.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel regularly as well as climb stairs and ladders.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $19.00 - $21.50 per hour
• Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

Benefits

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• night shift
• Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

• Brake Press Steel Machine Operator: 1 year (Required)
• Steel and Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability

Night Shift (Required)

Ability to work from

Haltom City, TX 76117:

Work Location

In person