Machine Operator, Lvl C

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Machine Operator Level C to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating various machinery to produce high-quality parts while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and be part of a culture that values safety, quality, and respect for people. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive and diverse workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic machine operation and use measuring tools.
• Focus on detail while managing multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to produce parts within dimensional tolerances.
• Measure part dimensions using calipers and micrometers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic machine operation

Team communication

Defect recognition

Documentation skills

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters. The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization. We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our IDEAL commitment is rooted in these values, which promotes Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Leadership, creating a culture where employees are fulfilled and feel good about coming to work every day. A diverse, qualified, and engaged talent base is the key to our success.

Summary

The Machine Operator Level C is responsible for operating various types of machinery to produce parts within dimensional tolerances, using select feeds and speeds based on alloy type, to obtain the best cutting conditions, and producing the longest tool life.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Follow all EHS rules and regulations.

• Produce parts according to print requirements, and produce tooling, fixtures or other parts using various types of machinery.

• Measure part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, or other types of measurement.

• Maintain tools and equipment in good, clean working order to maximize tool life.

• Perform safety checks on every machine, keeping work area clean and orderly.

• Other duties and projects as assigned by the Production Manager, or Plant Manager.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn and understand basic machine operation.

• Ability to focus and pay close attention to detail while managing and prioritizing multiple tasks.

• Ability to use or learn to use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.

• Ability to learn process for determining and regulating speed and feed rates of machines.

• Ability to work and communicate within a team setting.

• Ability to recognize defects, out-of-tolerance measurements and escalating those matters to management.

• Ability to document measurements and other criteria legibly when required.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• One to three years’ work experience.

• Experience working in a production environment using heavy industrial equipment and/or machinery.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure to a production environment that requires work both inside and outside in hot, cold, wet, humid, dry, and dusty conditions. Employees are required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.

Physical Activities and Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

• Sit: Occasionally

• Walk: Frequently

• Bend: Frequently

• Kneel/Squat: Frequently

• Crawl: Occasionally

• Climb: Occasionally

• Reach Forward: Frequently

• Reach Upward: Frequently

• Handling/Fingering: Occasionally

Lift / Carry Requirements

• 5-10 lbs: Frequently

• 10-25 lbs: Frequently

• 25-50 lbs: Occasionally

• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable

• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

Push / Pull Requirements

• Less than 10 lbs: Frequently

• 10-25 lbs: Frequently

• 25-50 lbs: Frequently

• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable

• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

EOE including Vet/Disability

Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources at [e-mail] or call us at 503-684-7000.

Job Locations US-IA-Red Oak

ID 2025-3647

Company Gunderson Rail Services, LLC

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Category Production

Workplace Type Onsite