Machinist Operator Weekday Shift

Arcosa Brand; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcosa Brand in Tulsa, OK is seeking a skilled machine operator to set up, run, and monitor tooling and production equipment according to approved work instructions.

You will read blueprints, create and edit machine programs, and conduct precision inspections using micrometers and calipers to ensure tolerances.

The role emphasizes quality, troubleshooting, safe operations, and continuous improvement; forklift and overhead crane experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machines and tooling in a manufacturing environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Ability to perform quality inspection with precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor tooling and equipment per work instructions.
• Create and edit machine programs using blueprints and specifications.
• Read blueprints and verify dimensions with precision measuring tools.
• Provide troubleshooting for machine setups, programs, and quality concerns.
• Test programs by running simulations or parts and adjust as needed.
• Monitor multiple pieces of equipment to support quality output.
• Move material using forklift and overhead crane after training.
• Record production, quality, inspection, and downtime data accurately.
• Follow safety, environmental, and housekeeping rules; participate in improvements.

Skills

Machining operations

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Forklift operation

Programming machines

Tools

CNC machines

G-code software

Job description

• Set up, operate, and monitor assigned tooling and production equipment in accordance with approved work instructions, programs, drawings, and specifications.
• Create, maintain, and edit machine programs using software-based engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, travelers, and production specifications.
• Inspect work using micrometers, dial calipers, scales, and other precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for machine setups, programs, quality concerns, and operating issues.
• Test and validate programs by running simulations or test pieces and making adjustments as necessary.
• Monitor multiple pieces of equipment, where assigned, to support quality output and minimize unplanned stops.
• Identify potential manufacturing issues and recommend or implement solutions that improve quality, efficiency, and process reliability.
• Communicate effectively with team members and support functions to maintain production flow, quality, and material availability.
• Move material using a forklift and overhead crane after required training and authorization.
• Complete required production, quality, inspection, and downtime documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow all safety, environmental, housekeeping, and health requirements; maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Participate in standardized work and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Thought Provoking

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Previous machine operating, machining, tooling, or closely related manufacturing experience required; relevant experience in machine operations preferred.

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