Machine Operator Day shift

Drake-Williams Steel, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for the day shift. This role involves fabricating parts for structural steel and ensuring quality standards are met. You will operate various machinery, including forklifts and overhead cranes, while adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and attention to detail, with a minimum of six months experience in a steel manufacturing environment. Join a team that values craftsmanship and offers a $5,000 hiring bonus for the right candidate!

Benefits

Hiring bonus of $5,000

Safety gear provided

Overtime opportunities

Team meetings for feedback and communication

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience in a steel manufacturing environment is required.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and cutting lists.
• Effective communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate parts for structural fabrication according to specifications.
• Operate forklifts and cranes to move materials safely.
• Identify and correct errors in cutting lists and shop drawings.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret shop drawings

Effective communication skills

Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes

Attention to detail and safety

Ability to perform arithmetic computations

Ability to multi-task effectively

Education

Minimum of six months experience in a steel manufacturing environment

Tools

Tape measure

Grinder

Sledgehammer

Overhead crane

Forklifts

Job description

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Primary Purpose Of This Position
Fabricate parts for structural fabrication, Service Center, and miscellaneous steel assemblies per cutting lists, shop drawings, and DWS quality requirements.

$5,000 Hiring Bonus!

Essential Job Functions

1. Identify steel shapes, sizes, and mill tolerances.
2. Fabricate material as trained and instructed.
3. Fabricate beams, tubes, angle, channel, bar grating, pipe, plate, or rounds according to the dimensions shown on cut lists and shop drawings, AISC code requirements for structural steel, and machine capabilities.
4. Make adjustments to machine to ensure accurate dimensions as shown on the shop drawings.
5. Identify cut list and shop drawing errors and discrepancies before or during early stages of fabrication.
6. Operate forklifts, jib cranes, overhead cranes, conveyors, and transfers to move materials.
7. Perform any other duties assigned by management.
8. Attend all meetings as required by management.
9. Consistently and reliably work scheduled hours at assigned locations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to read, write, and perform higher arithmetic computations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.
2. Ability to understand and carry out semi-complicated verbal and written instructions.
3. Effective communication skills with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
4. Ability to work under periodic supervision focused on work progress and priorities.
5. Skill in using auto measurer, tape measure, or ruler.
6. Ability to pass a Drake-Williams Steel test covering shop drawing interpretation, fractional number calculations, basic geometry, etc.
7. Ability to interpret and utilize cutting lists, shop orders, and shop drawings.
8. Proficiency in using a computer for cut-lists and inventory purposes.
9. Pride in workmanship, attention to detail, and safety.
10. Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely, understanding industry and company hand signals.
11. Perform minor mechanical tasks on machines (blade changes, cleaning, etc.)
12. Follow inventory procedures.
13. Ability to multi-task effectively.
14. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, occasional sitting, lifting weights up to 60 pounds, climbing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and manual dexterity.

Non-Material Handling Demands

1. Work 40 hours a week, with possible overtime and weekend hours.
2. Ability to hear safety issues, read shop drawings, and wear PPE such as safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and hard hats.
3. Exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, wet, humid, fumes, dust, and odors occasionally.

Tools Required

Pencil, square, tape measure, markers, hammer, wire brushes, grinder, sledgehammer, hooks, wrenches, pry bar, clamps, cutters, and chains.

Machines Utilized

Saw, overhead crane, jib crane, pallets, transfers, brake, blaster, punch, shear, forklifts.

Experience and Education Required

• Minimum of six months experience in a steel manufacturing environment.