Machine Operator- 3rd Shift

PROENERGY; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance

401K plan

10 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

PROENERGY in Sedalia, Missouri, is seeking a Machine Operator to facilitate metal fabrication processes. The successful candidate will have experience in operating metal fabricating machines and will interpret blueprints and specifications with precision.

This role requires fluency in English, industrial experience, and the ability to pass a drug screen and background check. Join our team to be part of a growing organization dedicated to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in machine operation in an industrial setting.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Ability to complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate metal fabricating machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Adjust machine settings according to production requirements.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint interpretation

CNC Plasma table operation

Metal fabrication expertise

Education

High School diploma/GED or more education

Tools

Band Saw

CNC Metal Shear

Brake press

Forklift operation

Job description

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

In Kansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The Machine Operator sets up and operates metal fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, saws, and presses, to cut, bend, straighten, and form metal plates, sheets, and structural shapes according to blueprints and specifications.

Reports To: Fabrication Supervisor

Work Location: 2001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301

Position Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.
• Selects, positions, and secures dies, blades, cutters, and fixtures onto machine, using rule, square, shims, templates, hand tools, and built-in gauges.
• Positions and clamps stops, guides, and turntables.
• Adjusts controls to set and regulate machining factors, such as pressure and depth of ram stroke, adjustment rolls, blade angle, and machine speed.
• Locates and marks bending or cutting lines and reference points on work piece, using instruments, such as rule and compass, or by tracing from templates.
• Positions work piece against stops and guides or aligns layout marks with dies or cutting blades manually or using hoist.
• Starts machine and observes machine operation to reposition work piece, change dies, or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes.
• May set up and operate sheet-metal fabricating machines only and be designated Sheet-Metal-Fabricating-Machine Operator (any industry).

Required Qualifications

• Prior work experience in machine operation in an industrial setting, with preference given to demonstrated experience using: Band Saw, 3/8 capacity CNC Metal Shear, brake press and CNC Plasma table.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work either day or evening shift.
• High School diploma/GED or more education
• Personal Protective Equipment knowledge.
• How to effectively use the following measuring devices: Tape measure, micrometer, calipers, square, level, and angle finder.
• Material handling equipment and experience.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability and knowledge to rig properly and safely run an overhead-style crane.
• Technical competence including understanding software, hardware, networks, etc.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.