Machine Operator I – 2nd Shift – Full Time – Crowley, TX

Race Rock Group; Colorado; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Race Rock Group in Colorado is seeking a Machine Operator I. You will operate 12’/20’ press breaks, burn tables, plasma, and other equipment, ensuring safety and product quality on the line.

You will follow MQARs, verify materials, and support the daily production schedule while maintaining logs and coordinating with maintenance and supervisors. The role requires flexibility with shifts and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend written directions and training manuals.
• Ability to read measuring tools and have basic math skills.
• Willingness and ability to become certified to operate forklifts and overhead cranes.

Responsibilities

• Verify correct raw material or work in progress material.
• Follow Manufacturing and Quality Assurance Record (MQAR’s) instructions.
• Follow all plant safety regulations and consider safety first in all job actions.
• Support the Departments daily and weekly production schedule.
• Maintain the highest quality standard.
• Participate in equipment preventive maintenance at the operator level.
• Maintain performance log book on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to supervisor.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Maintain accurate logs and records.
• Advise the maintenance department of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.
• Operate equipment productively for 8+ hours per day, year-round in all types of local weather and ground conditions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Skills

Safety regulations

Reading manuals

Measuring tools

Basic math

Fast-paced environment

Effective communication

Forklift certification

Overhead crane knowledge

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Machine Operator I reports to the Machine Operator Leadman, operates one or more of the following machines 12’ Press Break, 20’ Press Break, Messer Oxy Fuel Burn Table, Messer Plasma, Controlled Automation Burn Drill Table, Phython Robotic Plasma Machine, Engraver Machine and 60’ PULLMAX Press. Operator is responsible for safety and quality of the product off the line. The Operator is also responsible for housekeeping, trouble-shooting, and achieving daily production and quality requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Verify correct raw material or work in progress material.

2. Follow Manufacturing and Quality Assurance Record (MQAR’s) instructions.

3. Follow all plant safety regulations and considers safety first in all job actions.

4. Support the Departments daily and weekly production schedule.

5. Maintain the highest quality standard.

6. Participate in equipment preventive maintenance at the operator level.

7. Maintain performance log book on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to supervisor.

8. Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.

9. Maintain accurate logs and records.

10. Advise the maintenance department of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.

11. Using hand and arm signals for handling, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

12. Perform job responsibilities safely in a busy sometimes and stressful environment.

13. Operate equipment productively for 8+ hours per day, year-round in all types of local weather and ground conditions.

14. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful completion of an internal welding test which includes 1G.
• Six months or more of current flux core welding experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Complete the certification process for required positions in the department.
• Ability to communicate and comply with plant safety regulations.
• Ability to read and comprehend written directions and training manuals.
• Ability to read measuring tools and have basic math skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to deliver sustainable and superior results.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management regarding equipment status, safety issues, and turnover information.
• Willingness and ability to become certified to operate forklifts, man lifts and overhead cranes.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful candidate must submit to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical
  history check.
• MUST be flexible with ALL shifts and overtime if needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work involves moderate to heavy exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt,
  dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate to heavy physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds or
  standing and/or walking for more than six (6) hours per day.
• Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require strict understanding
  and adherence to safety precautions.