Machine Operator I

Smeal SFA; Snyder (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits start on day one

Military-friendly employer

Education Reimbursement

Opportunities to relocate

Job summary

Smeal SFA in Snyder, NE is seeking a Machine Operator to safely operate production machinery, read and interpret detailed drawings, and assist with machine setup. The role requires 1-2 years of manufacturing equipment experience, ability to read a tape measure, use hand and power tools, and work in a team.

This full-time position includes a drug and background screening as part of the hiring process and offers opportunities for development within the Terex family.

Qualifications

• Preferred 1-2 years of experience operating manufacturing equipment including press brake.
• Preferred high school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements
• Ability to use common hand tools and power tools such as drills, and screw guns
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Successful completion of the drug and background screening

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production machinery
• Reading and interpreting detailed drawings and dimension styles
• Interface with engineering to program machines, set up, and run
• Load parts in the machine, cycle the machine, and detect malfunctions in the operation of the machine.
• Stay current with TPM and basic mechanical adjustments on all equipment as needed

Skills

Reading drawings

Tape measure proficiency

Hand tools and power tools

Teamwork

Professional communication

Drug/background screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Press brake

Job description

Requisition ID27917-Posted09/09/2026-Fire-Specialty Vehicles-Smeal SFA-Smeal-Production (Assembly/Factory)-Full-Time

Additional Locations:
Requisition ID: 27917

Smeal is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Snyder, NE.

Smeal Apparatus, along with peer fire apparatus companies such as Spartan ER, are part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

What a day in the life of a Machine Operator at REV looks like:

• Safely operate production machinery
• Reading and interpreting detailed drawings and dimension styles
• Interface with engineering to program machines, set up, and run
• Load parts in the machine, cycle the machine, and detect malfunctions in the operation of the machine.
• Stay current with TPM and basic mechanical adjustments on all equipment as needed

Required education, skills, and experience to be successful:

• Preferred 1-2 years of experience operating manufacturing equipment includingpress brake.
• Preferred high school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements
• Ability to use common hand tools and power tools such as drills, and screw guns
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Successful completion of the drug and background screening

Physical demands of this role:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing up and down ladders and scaffolding
• Ability to regularly lift and move 40 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to work with arms above head
• Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area.
• Ability to work in non-temperature-controlled environments

What makes REV unique:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits start on day one
• Military-friendly employer
• Education Reimbursement
• Opportunities to relocate to other REV locations

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.