Machine Operator - Weekend Shift (Fri - Sun)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Victoria, TX is seeking a Machine Operator to work a 3-day schedule with overtime opportunities. You will operate multiple production machines, interpret blueprints, and ensure quality and safety in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

Starting pay ranges from $21 to $26 per hour, with overtime paid and weekend shifts required. This full-time position emphasizes reliability, accuracy, and the ability to read diagrams and follow procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum six months of experience operating production machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines such as drill lines, angle punches, brake presses, shears, plasma tables, duplicators, punches, and transfer tables.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders to set up and run equipment.
• Ensure safe operation and perform basic maintenance.

Skills

Materials knowledge

Reading blueprints

Machinery operation

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drill lines

Brake presses

Plasma tables

Shears

Machine tools

Job description

Machine Operator

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Job Details Pay

• $21 - $26 an hour

Job Type

• Full-time

Shift and Schedule

• Overtime
• Weekend shift: Friday - Sunday, 5:30am - 5:30pm (36 hours worked, paid for 40 hours)

Location Victoria, TX

Full Job Description Are you looking for better work-life balance? Want to save on child care costs?

Join a leading structural steel fabrication team in Texas as a Machine Operator. Work only 3 days a week (36 hours) and get paid for 40 hours, provided scheduled hours are met.

In this role, you'll operate various production machines, including drill lines, angle punches, brake presses, shears, plasma tables, duplicators, punches, and transfer tables. You'll read and interpret blueprints and diagrams to set up, select, position, secure, and run machinery according to procedures and guidelines. Adjust settings accurately and on time to meet specifications.

Minimum Starting Pay: $21.00 to $26.00 per hour, based on experience.

Essential Functions:

• Inspect materials rigorously before, during, and after processing to maintain quality control.
• Read and interpret instructions from work orders and cut-sheets.
• Ensure machines operate properly and safely.
• Perform basic maintenance on machines for optimal operation.
• Prepare materials for processing and mount coils in hubs.
• Operate hoists and perform periodic checks for preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve faults or issues affecting machine function.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Comply with company and OSHA policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to identify different types of materials.
• Knowledge of metals and basic shop fabrication equipment.
• Skill in reading blueprints, diagrams, sketches, manuals, specifications, and troubleshooting issues.
• Ability to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and tractor-trailers.
• Capacity to handle pressure, adapt to changes, and multitask under deadlines.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least six months of experience operating production machinery.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent prolonged standing; ability to move objects using abdominal and lower back muscles without fatigue.
• Regularly lift materials or equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Constant limb movement; requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.

Additional Information This is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace that complies with ADA regulations. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.