Machine Operator II

Custom Pipe & Fabrication Inc.; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Pipe & Fabrication Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator II to operate machinery, adjust settings, and support production. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to drawings and procedures.

Responsibilities include monitoring operations, performing basic maintenance, recording outputs, and maintaining a clean work area while meeting quality targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; substitution possible with experience.
• Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Reading, writing and communicating effectively.
• Willingness to follow safety protocols (PPE).
• Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery safely and adjust settings as needed.
• Monitor machine operation and quality of parts.
• Read and interpret drawings and part numbers.
• Perform basic maintenance such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Record machine actions and completed parts for traceability.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety procedures.
• Support Plant Manager with production targets and schedules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading/Writing

Safety protocols

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Facers

Lathes

CNC machines

Job description

Position Summary

Machine Operator II is responsible for operating machinery. Machine Operator I involve basic tasks related to machine operation and production support. Machine Operator I work under close supervision and follows established procedures to ensure the efficient and safe operation of equipment.

Role And Responsibilities

• Ability to start and stop the machine safely without supervision.
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
• Ability to place raw material or unfinished parts and remove finished parts from machine safely.
• Monitor machine operation.
• Check part quality with designated measurement instruments.
• Understand when and how to stop machine safely.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on machinery, such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Operate tools and machinery to aid the manufacturing process.
• Perform periodic checks on equipment and troubleshoot issues as they arise.Oversee the machine while executing tasks and make necessary adjustments to improve results.
• Produce quality parts according to manufacturing targets and schedules as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Record all machine actions and log completed parts for record keeping.
• Keep a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Plant Manager.
• Read and understand drawings
• Ability to change machine Setting to accommodate different sizes and dimensions
• Must have a further understanding of thread dimensions and thread terminology
• Ability to guide Machine Operator I with ongoing obstacles
• Understand Custom Pipe part number convention

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Adequate work experience may be substituted in lieu of a diploma or GED.
• Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to follow safety protocols and procedures (e.g. constant use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)).
• Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Preferred Skills

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity of various manufacturing tools and machinery including but not limited to facers, lathes, CNC's, and other mechanical machinery.
• Willingness to work in shifts that may include early or late hours, weekends, or overtime if necessary.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English

Physical

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs,
• Bend, stoop, and stand or walk for long periods of time.

Custom Pipe and Fabrication is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Custom Pipe and Fabrication complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Custom Pipe and Fabrication expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.