Precision Machine Operator – Production & Measurement

Greenbrier Companies, Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gunderson Rail Services, LLC in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Machine Operator Level C to operate various types of machinery for producing parts within tolerances. You will follow print requirements, measure parts with calipers and micrometers, and maintain tools for longevity.

The role requires basic machine operation understanding, teamwork, and safety compliance in a production environment. Training provided for speed/feed control and process documentation.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and understand basic machine operation.
• Ability to focus and pay close attention to detail while managing and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Ability to use or learn to use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Ability to learn process for determining and regulating speed and feed rates of machines.
• Ability to work and communicate within a team setting.
• Ability to recognize defects, out-of-tolerance measurements and escalating those matters to management.
• Ability to document measurements and other criteria legibly when required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Follow all EHS rules and regulations.
• Produce parts according to print requirements, and produce tooling, fixtures or other parts using various types of machinery.
• Measure part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, or other types of measurement.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good, clean working order to maximize tool life
• Perform safety checks on every machine, keeping work area clean and orderly.
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to special processes.

Skills

Learning quickly

Attention to detail

Measuring tools understanding

Team communication

Defect recognition

Documentation

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

Gunderson Rail Services, LLC in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Machine Operator Level C to operate various types of machinery for producing parts within tolerances. You will follow print requirements, measure parts with calipers and micrometers, and maintain tools for longevity.

The role requires basic machine operation understanding, teamwork, and safety compliance in a production environment. Training provided for speed/feed control and process documentation.