Precision Production Setup Operator

CareerNerds, LLC; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Production Set-Up & Operator to join our manufacturing team in Iowa. You will assist with machine setup, daily production, scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You’ll operate and maintain equipment, inspect materials and finished products, troubleshoot issues, and help improve setup times, productivity, and quality. The role requires reading blueprints and work orders, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety in a fast-paced shop

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 months related experience and/or training or equivalent.
• Two to five years of roll mill or machine setup experience preferred, training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain roll mills and related bar-processing equipment.
• Set up and operate processing machines, bar-curving, wire-cutting, packaging, punch presses, and cutoff dies.
• Process standard bar products, cut materials to length, and handle special orders.
• Operate various production equipment and hand tools, check for defects, and report issues.

Skills

Machine setup

Troubleshooting

Blueprints

Quality inspection

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Hydraulics/pneumatics/electrical

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Roll mills

Punch presses

Overhead crane

Job description

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Production Set-Up & Operator to join our manufacturing team in Iowa. You will assist with machine setup, daily production, scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You’ll operate and maintain equipment, inspect materials and finished products, troubleshoot issues, and help improve setup times, productivity, and quality. The role requires reading blueprints and work orders, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety in a fast-paced shop