Machine Operator (Non Thermal-3rd shift) - O'Neal Steel, Birmingham, AL

O'Neal Steel LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential Monthly Production Bonus

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Care for Wellbeing programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Training & Development

401k

Job summary

O'Neal Steel is hiring a Machine Operator for the Birmingham, AL facility on the non-thermal 3rd shift. The role involves setting up and operating non-thermal processing equipment such as saws, shears, press brakes, rollers, and digi-benders, plus handling materials with forklifts and cranes.

You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and ensure high-quality output for internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a variety of non-thermal processing equipment including, but not limited to, saws, shears, press brakes, rollers, and digi-benders.
• Ability to operate a wide variety of material handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as: tape measure, box caliper, slide dial caliper, and micrometer.
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals and vice versa, add and subtract in fractions and decimals.
• Responsible for providing high quality work to all internal and external customers as related to the output of their position.

Responsibilities

• Following all safety guidelines and wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Set up and operate a variety of non-thermal processing equipment; saw, shear, press brake, roller, digi-bender, etc.
• Operate a wide variety of material handling equipment, forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints and following work instructions.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measure, box caliper, slide dial caliper, and micrometer.
• Convert fractions to decimals and vice versa, add and subtract fractions and decimals.
• Provide high quality work to all internal and external customers as related to the output of their position.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Non-thermal equipment operation

Safety awareness

Quality workmanship

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Digi-bender

Calipers

Micrometer

Job description

Machine Operator (Non Thermal-3rd shift) - O'Neal Steel, Birmingham, AL

Job Category : Warehouse

Requisition Number : MACHI011714

• Posted : September 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hourly Range : $23 USD to $33 USD

Locations

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BIRMINGHAM 101-199
744 41st Street North
Birmingham, AL 35222, USA

BIRMINGHAM 101-199
744 41st Street North
Birmingham, AL 35222, USA

O'Neal Steel currently has an opening for a (3rd Shift) Machine Operator (non-thermal) at our Birmingham, AL facility.

The Machine Operator sets up and operates non-thermal processing equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Non-thermal processing equipment is defined as any machine that does not use thermal energy (heat) to cut, form, shape or otherwise process stock material. These machines include but are not limited to saws, shears, press brakes, rollers, and digi-benders. Uses computer-controlled equipment to select, position and secure automatic or semi-automatic machines. Controls and adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion.

What you will be doing:

• Following all safety guidelines and wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Set up and operate a variety of non-thermal processing equipment; saw, shear, press brake, roller, digi-bender, etc.
• Operate a wide variety of material handling equipment, forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints and following work instructions.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measure, box caliper, slide dial caliper, and micrometer.
• Convert fractions to decimals and vice versa, add and subtract fractions and decimals.
• Provide high quality work to all internal and external customers as related to the output of their position.

Must be able to work 3rd Shift (8:00PM - 4:00AM) Sunday-Thursday. Overtime will be required as needed.

*Upon offer of employment, candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug test.

What you will like about us:O'Neal offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Potential Monthly Production Bonus
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Work site Wellness Programs
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Tuition and Health club Reimbursement
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Life Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Training and Development Opportunities
• 401k

About Us: With more than 100 years in business, O'Neal Steel, an O’Neal Industries affiliate, supplies a wide range of carbon and alloy steel, stainless steel, and aluminum products for companies nationwide. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, O’Neal Steel has 19 strategically located distribution centers throughout the country that offer inventory and value-added processing capabilities tailored to market needs, all while providing high levels of customer service. O’Neal Steel’s industry-leading online platform, PRONTO®, provides continuous access to inventory, pricing, ordering, and account management.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

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Education

Experience

Required

Ability to operate a variety of non-thermal processing equipment including, but not limited to, saws, shears, press brakes, rollers, and digi-benders.

Ability to operate a wide variety of material handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog, etc.

Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints.

Ability to use measuring tools such as: tape measure, box caliper, slide dial caliper, and micrometer.

Ability to convert fractions to decimals and vice versa, add and subtract in fractions and decimals.

Responsible for providing high quality work to all internal and external customers as related to the output of their position.

Preferred

Ability to operate a variety of thermal processing equipment including, but not limited to, plasmas, lasers, etc.

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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