Machine Operator I

Wabash; Cadiz (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k with match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Wabash is seeking a maintenance-focused technician to inspect and service equipment, read blueprints, obtain materials, and set up machinery to produce parts safely. The role requires basic computer skills, the ability to read engineering drawings, and a commitment to ISO standards.

The ideal candidate will perform routine maintenance, work independently or with teams, adhere to safety protocols, and document labor data accurately in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• Basic reading/writing and verbal skills.
• General computer skills (Excel and Word).
• Ability to read and use tape measure, calipers, and gauging equipment.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment before work and complete preventive maintenance checks.
• Perform routine maintenance as required.
• Read blueprints and work orders to meet specs and tolerances.
• Obtain materials, parts, and tools as needed.
• Set up, adjust, and operate equipment safely to produce parts.
• Wear PPE and follow safety guidelines to maintain a safe environment.
• Complete all required paperwork, including labor data.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

PPE compliance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Hammer

Wrench

Circular Saw

Drill

Impact wrench

Router

Job description

Below are examples of the type of duties you could be responsible for:

• Before beginning work, inspect equipment to assure that it is in safe operating condition and that any required preventative maintenance checks have been completed.
• Performs routine maintenance as required.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and work orders to ensure that specifications and tolerances are met.
• Obtains material, parts, and tools as needed to complete the job.
• Sets up, adjusts, and operates equipment in a safe, efficient and accurate manner to produce required parts.
• Works to reduce scrap and improve quality.
• Checks work to make sure it meets specifications and tolerances.
• May include but not limited to washing, painting and spraying in paint booth.
• Accurately completes all required paperwork, including recording labor data.
• Comply with OSHA Standards.
• May be assigned to other tasks as needed to meet workload demands.
• Keep the Supervisor advised of any quality problems, concerns, delays, etc.
• Advise the Supervisor of any maintenance work. Maintain an orderly and safe work environment.
• Suggest methods improvements or alternate methods and materials to reduce cost and/or improve quality.
• Wear all required PPE such as shoes, gloves, sleeves, safety glasses, face shields, respirators, hearing protection, heat-shielding hoods, jackets, fall protection, etc.
• Able to work in adverse climate conditions (hot, cold, dark, loud, etc.).
• Able to work in small spaces, kneeling or bending for extended periods.
• Demonstrate and embrace all the Wabash Values and Leadership Principles in daily activities.

Tools & Equipment:

• Personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Hammers
• Wrenches
• Circular Saws
• Drills
• Impacts
• Routers

Qualifications:

• High school degree or G.E.D. equivalent is required Basic reading/writing and verbal skills.
• General computer skills (Excel and Word)
• Ability to read and use tape measure, calipers, and gauging equipment.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Able to exercise independent judgment when performing responsibilities.
• Perform work at a quality level that meets or exceeds the Wabash and ISO standards.
• Ensure that there is a Winning Together mentality to eliminate the "shift versus shift" mentality.
• Shares information with others to help them perform their responsibilities safely and efficiently.
• Copes successfully with unexpected events throughout the day
• Able to work independently, as well as collectively, with other Techs, operators, maintenance, and engineers.
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes tasks on time.
• High standards for minimal unplanned absences (critical position to daily operational success)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience:

The work requires climbing of over six (6) feet in height using a ladder or scaffolding and to bend and stoop to reach the underside of the tanks. Physical requirements include bending, stooping, and climbing for approximately 30% of the shift and standing for approximately 70% of the shift. Working conditions may consist of loud noise, welding, paint fumes, and grinding dust.

• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Included
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Working Conditions/Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites such as the noise level in the work environment can be very loud with high temperatures at times.

All employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal production equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about. Wabash is committed to proving equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex.

Physical Demands:

Requires a minimum of 10 hours standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling with a full range of motion. Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in an environment requiring the use of a ladder or stairs.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem.
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives.
• Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information.
• Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better.
• Copes successfully with unexpected events.
• Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives.
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time.

Leadership Attributes:

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about:

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion - Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.
• Seek to Listen - Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.
• Always Learn - Strive to improve; do not quit or settle or settle for the status quo.
• Be Authentic - Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.
• Win Together - Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.