Machine Operator I

Cornerstone Building Brands; Florence, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

FSA

Life insurance

LTD

STD

401(k)

Employee assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Training

Professional development

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a Machine Operator in Florence, Alabama. The role involves setting up and operating heavy machinery to perform cutting, punching, forming, and related processing} tasks while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The position requires the ability to interpret blueprints, operate automated controls, and use precision measurement tools. Training and certification for forklift and overhead crane are part of the requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift vehicle and overhead crane.
• Experience with handheld metalworking tools is a plus.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in a culture of safety.
• Follow quality and customer standards.
• Set up and operate machinery to cut, punch, form, paint, and/or package parts.
• Operate computerized equipment and machine controls.
• Use quality measurement devices such as tape measure, calipers, and micrometers.
• Operate material handling equipment such as overhead crane, forklift, or combi lift.
• Perform preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication.
• Mark parts with numbers and attach identification tags.
• Interpret blueprints and specifications to select materials.
• Maintain continuous improvement in the work area.
• May be assigned other projects by Team Leader.

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality orientation

Machinery operation

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Calipers

Micrometers

Handheld tools

Job description

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Pay Rate: $17.58 - $20.32 per hour

Shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Overtime as required

Scope of Role

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating heavy machinery and related gauges to perform various cutting, punching, forming, blocking, and processing operations. They must have thorough knowledge of production techniques and the ability to produce quality-building parts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understands and follows safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and around a manufacturing environment by actively participating in a culture of safety.
• Understands and follows quality and customer standards.
• Ability to set-up and operate machinery and equipment to cut, punch, form, paint, and/or package quality finished or semi-finished parts.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment and machine controls.
• Ability to use quality measurement devices such as tape measure, calipers, micrometers.
• Ability to use handheld metal working, packaging or banding tools.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as overhead crane, forklift or combi lift.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and production tools as required to maintain proper operation.
• Marks part numbers, order numbers, and the number of pieces on parts. Attaches identification tags as required for customer to have the ability locate correct parts.
• Interprets blueprints, specifications, and other technical data to select the correct raw material or semi-finished parts.
• Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area.
• May be assigned other projects and duties as designated by Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• High school diploma or GED required
• A combination of education and experience may be qualifying
• Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift vehicle and overhead crane
• Experience using handheld metalworking tools, a plus
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles, a plus
• Good computer and communication skills, a plus

Additional Information

No supervisory responsibilities are associated with this position

Physical Requirements

• Lifting Capacity – ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Mobility – Prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, bending, etc.
• Exposure – Moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance – Noise levels may be high at times.

Qualifications/Skills

To perform satisfactorily in this position, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with certain disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Site Address:24350 Co Rd 14,Florence, Alabama 35633

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.