Secondary Machine Operator 2nd shift

Tarter Gate Company, LLC; Dunnville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarter Gate Company, LLC is seeking a Secondary Machine Operator for the 2nd shift at the Dunnville, KY facility. You will support the Tube Mill line by operating mechanical presses, notchers and automated bending machines to produce precise parts and maintain efficient production flow.

You will identify defective parts, uphold safety standards, and follow SOPs while keeping a clean, organized workspace. Collaboration with team members and supervisors is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read instructions and use measuring tools.
• Experience in manufacturing helpful but not required.
• Willing to follow safety procedures and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical presses, notchers, and automated bending machines.
• Produce accurate parts according to product specifications.
• Identify defective parts and remove them from production.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Ensure safety devices, guards and equipment are in place and operational.
• Follow standard operating procedures and meet production goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Follow instructions

Read tape measure

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Safety minded

Job description

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Secondary Machine Operator 2nd shift

Full Time Tarter Tube, Dunnville, KY, US

21 days ago Requisition ID: 1874

POSITION TITLE: Secondary Machine Operator
DEPARTMENT: Tarter Tube – Tube Mill
REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor
STATUS: Full-Time, Hourly

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Secondary Machine Operator is responsible for operating mechanical presses, single-end and double-end notching machines, and automated bending machines to produce accurate parts according to product specifications. This position plays a key role in supporting continuous production flow, identifying defects, and ensuring safety and quality standards are consistently met.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Operate mechanical presses, single-end notchers, double-end notchers, and automated bending machines
• Produce accurate and usable parts according to product specifications
• Identify defective parts and remove them from production
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Ensure all safety devices, guards, and equipment are in place and operational
• Follow standard operating procedures and meet production goals
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to read and use a tape measure and basic measuring tools
• Strong attention to detail and production-minded work ethic
• Effective interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and maintain professionalism
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Indoor, fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Repetitive motion for extended periods
• Must be able to stand, bend, and lift as required by the job
• Required to wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Exposure to machinery, moving parts, and production noise
• Must follow all safety procedures to minimize risk of injury