Manufacturing - A Operator 3rd Shift

EFCO Corp.; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EFCO Corp. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking an experienced production operator to perform advanced machine setups and fabricate forms and components with precision. You will work across a range of production equipment, ensuring parts meet specifications and safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes blueprint interpretation, quality documentation, and teamwork. You will participate in preventative maintenance, support material handling, and uphold EFCO’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Competent in using both metric and imperial measurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up production equipment and ensure calibration.
• Fabricate and assemble components according to blueprints and work orders.
• Perform quality checks and document labor entries in work orders.
• Support material handling and daily machine maintenance.
• Follow safety, environmental standards, and participate in training.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement systems

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Purpose

Perform advanced machine and fabrication setups and operations across various production equipment. Support EFCO’s manufacturing operations by producing high-quality forms, components, and assemblies with precision and safety.

EFCO Culture & Safety Statement

Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.

Essential Functions

Operate and Set Up Production Equipment (40%)
Handle setup and operation of saws, drill presses, radial arm drills, auto reverse tapping units, bulldozers, plate rollers, roll formers, and additional equipment as assigned. Ensure machines are properly calibrated and parts meet required specifications.

Fabricate and Assemble Components (20%)
Lay out and drill forms, stretch column forms, and perform operations on the OBI press and induction heater. Prepare parts according to blueprints and work orders.

Perform Quality and Documentation Tasks (15%)
Interpret blueprints accurately to validate part dimensions. Complete labor entries in work orders and Kronos. Participate in the Quality Audit process to maintain production standards.

Support Material Handling and Maintenance (15%)
Safely move parts and materials using hoists and rigging. Conduct daily preventative maintenance on machines and maintain a clean work area.

Follow Safety and Environmental Standards (10%)
Adhere to all company safety procedures, environmental policies, and participate actively in training sessions and improvement initiatives.

Additional duties may be assigned as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Certification(s) and License(s): N/A
• Leadership: N/A
• Computer Skills: N/A
• Other Requirements: Competent in using both metric and imperial measurement systems.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Responsibility: Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Judgment: Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.

Physical Demands

Level II Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Climbing: Rarely
• Hearing & Speaking: Continuously.
• Vision: Continuously
• Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently, depending on the work environment.
• Standing: Frequently to Continuously
• Sitting: Rarely to Continuously
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend in Standing: Occasionally to Frequently
• Rotation in Standing: Occasionally
• Squatting: Occasionally to Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally to Frequently
• Stooping: Occasionally to Frequently
• Static postures: Occasionally to Frequently
• Right-hand Left-hand Coordination: Continuous
• Reaching: Frequently
• Crawling: Occasionally
• Crouching: Occasionally to Frequently
• Repetitive Motions- Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Continuously
• Elevated work: Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs
• Floor to waist vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to crown vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Horizontal carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• One hand carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• Push horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• Pull horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, • Occasionally 50 lbs
• One hand pull right hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• One hand pull left hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• Left hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Right hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Expertise in:
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required

The position is currently classified as on- site.

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.