Machine Operator (Broach) - (Monday-Friday, 9pm -5am)

Klein Tools; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Klein Tools in Mansfield, TX, is seeking a Machine Operator (Broach) to perform basic set-ups, operate CNC milling/grinding equipment, and make minor adjustments to produce quality parts.

You will read blueprints and work orders, inspect parts with gauges, troubleshoot minor issues, and participate in lean manufacturing. Shift is Monday–Friday, 9pm–5am, with pay $19–$21 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to perform basic math and use a computer.
• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Run production jobs on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other semi-automated equipment; adjust final product per instructions.
• Inspect product for quality using micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators; record findings in log book.
• Read work orders and blueprints to identify specifications and ensure BOM accuracy.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues; communicate defects to technical staff as needed.
• Perform routine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments to meet specs.
• Report production counts, scrap, and labor hours in paperwork/electronic entry.
• Comply with 6S and lean manufacturing activities to reduce waste and learn new skills.
• Cross-train by rotating to different machines and areas.

Skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC

Milling

Grinding

Press operation

Job description

The Machine Operator (Broach) is responsible for completing basic set-ups, operating, monitoring, and making minor adjustments on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other various types of semi-automated equipment or manually adjusting final product depending on assigned area. This position is also responsible for performing minor troubleshooting on the machine and communicating quality defects to the technical staff.

This role will work Monday - Friday, 9pm - 5am.

This role has a hourly range of $19/hour - $21/hour. In addition to salary, you're eligible for competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Klein Tools Inc. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including, but not limited to, skills, experience, and location.

• Run production jobs on CNC milling/grinding, induction, assembly, or other various types of semi-automated equipment or manually adjust final product per written or verbal work instructions to produce quality parts while maintaining productivity standards.
• Inspect product for quality throughout production run using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and visual inspection, record inspection findings, and write detailed downtime and other shift communications in a log book.
• Read work orders and blueprints to identify appropriate specifications for machine setup and product quality. Review work orders to ensure bill of materials are accurate and all inventory transactions are performed correctly.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and communicate quality defects to the technical staff as needed.
• Perform routine machine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments on equipment to meet specifications.
• Report accurate count of production parts, scrap, and labor hours by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
• Comply with established 6S standards and participate in various lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.
• Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience is required.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge in operating CNC, milling, grinding, and press operation machines preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to demonstrate basic math and computer skills and perform visual quality inspections.
• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and make decisions per work instructions and documents.
• Ability to communicate and work as a team member.
• Ability to work overtime as needed by the company is required.

Physical Demand Requirements

Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.