Machine Operators (1st and 2nd shift)

Jacquet West Inc; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacquet West Inc. is seeking experienced Machine Operators for 1st and 2nd shifts at our Santa Fe Springs, CA facility. The role involves safe operation, maintenance, and cutting of stainless steel and nickel alloys using Water Jet and Plasma machines, following customer specifications.

You'll participate in production logging, quality control, and routine maintenance, with training provided. Candidates should have 1+ year of machine operation experience and be able to read and write English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Water Jet and Plasma machines per customer specifications.
• Monitor logs, production quality, and program accuracy.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance; assist maintenance as needed.
• Ensure safety practices and wear protective equipment at all times.
• Organize and keep the work area neat and inventory controlled.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Read/write English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Waterjet cutting

Plasma cutting

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Machine Operators (1st and 2nd shift)

Jacquet West Inc Santa Fe Springs, California, United States

About this position

JACQUET is an established market leader in the distribution of stainless steel and nickel alloys in plate and round bar. Jacquet strives to be the best supplier of stainless steel and nickel cut parts by providing high quality in-house processing. Metals are sold either as-is or cut to made-to-measure sizes using plasma machines, water jets, lasers or saws. Jacquet applications cover many industrial sectors such as the water, environment, energy, mechanical and forged metal construction, chemical and agri-food, gas processing and storage, pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors. We have four strategically placed locations within the US including Pennsylvania, California, Texas, and Wisconsin with many more globally.

We are currently seeking experienced Machine Operators for 1st and 2nd shift at our Santa Fe Springs, CA facility. The hours are Monday-Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm (1st) and 2:00pm - 10:30pm (2nd). Multiple positions are available and include; Waterjet and Plasma Operators. We offer training, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would enjoy the opportunity to speak with you!

Description:

The machine operator is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and cutting of stainless steel and nickel alloys per customer specifications on the Water Jet and/or Plasma machine.

Responsibilities:

• Take primary responsibility for operation and maintenance of the machine to include Production, Quality, accuracy of Production Logs, and BT/Travelers/Programs.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as needed.
• Assist maintenance whenever requested or directed.
• Monitor your machines' consumables. Cut and remove scrap. Report any deficiencies.
• Use plates, bars, rems, and programs as specified by Production Control. Prior approval for any changes.
• Work with QA department on all matters of quality to include quality of cut parts, cutting tolerances, quality statistics and ISO 9000 certification.
• Ensure that safe work practices are maintained always within your work section and always adhere to safety requirements and wear required protective equipment.
• Control the neat, orderly and accurate storage of all bar inventory in the plant.
• Organize the work area of your machines. All tools should be put away in an orderly manner.
• Maintain and constantly improve upon the cleanliness of your section.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as requested by the Operations Manager or the floor supervisor.

Requirements:

• Minimum 18 years
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, stoop, and reach
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Other Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Basic familiarity with computers/software programs

Experience:

• 1+ years prior experience with machine operations
• 1+ year(s) prior experience operating an overhead crane
• 1+ year(s) prior experience operating a forklift

Pay Range: commensurate with experience