Machine Operator - M-Th 1pm-11:30pm

Jaquith Industries, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (75% Employer Covered

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) 3% Match

Paid Time Off 80 Hours

Paid Sick Time 40 Hours

11 Holidays per Year

Dental/Vision reimbursement up to $700

Long-Term Employment Opportunities

Overtime available

Supportive Team Environment

Contributions valued

Job summary

Jaquith Industries, Inc. is seeking a skilled fabricator to operate sheet metal machinery and fabricate a variety of parts for multiple product lines. You will read measurements, inspect pieces, and ensure quality while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, mentoring, and reliability. Overtime is available but not required, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities within a family-owned manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years work experience.
• Mentoring and leadership qualities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Participate in safety/training events (e.g., Lockout/Tagout; HazCom; crane training).
• Treat all coworkers with dignity and respect.
• Basic math and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude toward work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sheet metal fabricating machinery (shears, press brakes, punch presses).
• Fabricate flat and irregular parts for product lines.
• Remove burrs and sharp corners from parts.
• Move materials and tools using a lift truck or overhead crane.
• Obtain first piece inspection and read measuring devices.
• Perform daily lift truck inspections.
• Adhere to safety rules and meet quality/production standards.
• Keep work area neat and inform supervisor of issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mentoring / leadership

Oral and written communication

Basic math

Basic organization

Positive attitude

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Operate fabricating machinery and fabricate a variety of flat and irregular shaped parts for various product lines.

MONDAY-THURSDAY 1pm-11:30pm Shifts Available

ABOUT JAQUITH INDUSTRIES:

Jaquith Industries is a family-owned manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and a safe, team-oriented work environment. We take pride in our craftsmanship, reliability, and the long-term relationships we build with our employees and customers. At Jaquith Industries, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to providing opportunities for growth, stability, and success.

We are looking for motivated individuals who value teamwork, dependability, and continuous improvement. If you're seeking a rewarding career with a company that values its employees and invests in their future, we'd love to hear from you.

BENEFITS:

Jaquith Industries offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance - 75% Employer Covered
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Automatic 3% Match
• 80 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 40 Hours of Paid Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays per Year
• Up to $700 Annual Reimbursement for Eligible Dental and Vision Expenses
• Stable, Long-Term Employment Opportunities
• Overtime is Available, but Not Required
• Supportive Team Environment
• Join a company where your hard work is valued and your contributions make a difference every day

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operate various size and types of sheet metal fabricating machinery such as shears, press brakes, punch presses, etc.
• Fabricate a variety of flat and irregular shaped parts for various product lines.
• Remove burrs, sharp corners, etc. from processed parts.
• Using hand truck, Lift truck, or overhead crane to move materials, parts, tools, etc. to and from storage, staging areas, or workstation.
• Obtain first piece inspection.
• Read and interpret measuring devices.
• Perform daily lift truck inspections.
• Follow quality control standards to ensure meeting quality and quantity requirements.
• Make minor adjustments to machine settings and perform general equipment inspection.
• Adhere to established safety rules and policies.
• Notify Supervisor or Safety Director of any unsafe acts or practice stopped.
• Meet quality and production standards.
• Keep work area neat and orderly on a daily basis.
• Keep Supervisor fully informed of any problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3 years work experience.
• Possess and demonstrate positive mentoring and leadership qualities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Participate in training events (ie; Lockout/Tagout; HazCom; and overhead crane training)
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic organizational skills.
• Positive attitude towards work and work environment.

EQUIPMENT LISTING (MACHINES, TOOLS & SOFTWARE):

Will work with sheet metal, plastic and aluminum, stainless steel, copper, orders, parts and drawings, using a variety of tools, including shears, press brakes, punch presses, hand truck, Lift Truck, overhead crane, disc sanders, belt sanders, hand tools, micrometers and gages, and a variety of power tools and hand tools.