Machine Operator II - Precision Metal Fabrication

Myers Industries, Inc.; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 32,665,651 - 54,442,752; Full time

Job summary

Jamco Products Inc. located in South Beloit, IL, is seeking a Machine Operator to feed the Prima Power E-break and operate/ tend the press machines. The role requires setup, operation, and monitoring to ensure parts meet specifications, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

The position supports 6:00am–2:30pm shifts, Monday–Friday with mandatory Saturdays as needed; wage is $19.00/hour (DOE). Prior manufacturing/metal fabrication experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Background in manufacturing/metal fabrication.
• Power tool experience required.
• Must be able to work 10-hour days.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting/folding lines, and dimensions and tolerances.
• Position guides, stops, holding blocks, or other fixtures to secure and direct work pieces, using hand tools and measuring devices.
• Start machines, choose correct program for desired part, monitor their operations, and record operational data.
• Position, align, and secure work pieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies.
• Measure completed work pieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers.
• Examine completed work pieces for defects such as chipped edges and marred surfaces, sort defective pieces according to types of flaws and record it properly.
• Performs Routine Maintenance including cleaning and lubricating machines.
• Grind out burrs and sharp edges, using portable grinders.
• Uses forklifts and cranes to move parts as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power tool experience

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Prima Power E-break

Punch press machines

Job description

Jamco Products Inc. located in South Beloit, IL, is seeking a Machine Operator to feed the Prima Power E-break and operate/ tend the press machines. The role requires setup, operation, and monitoring to ensure parts meet specifications, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

The position supports 6:00am–2:30pm shifts, Monday–Friday with mandatory Saturdays as needed; wage is $19.00/hour (DOE). Prior manufacturing/metal fabrication experience is preferred.