Skilled Machine Operator II – Setup & Quality

Shapco Inc; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Pipe and Fabrication in Grand Island, NE is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator II to operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, adjust settings, and ensure the production of quality parts on schedule. This full-time role requires following established procedures, maintaining a clean, safe workplace, and reporting issues to supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, demonstrates basic mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to follow safety protocols and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Start and stop the machine safely without supervision.
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed).
• Place raw material or unfinished parts and remove finished parts from machine safely.
• Monitor machine operation.
• Check part quality with designated measurement instruments.
• Understand when and how to stop machine safely.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on machinery, such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Operate tools and machinery to aid the manufacturing process.
• Perform periodic checks on equipment and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Oversee the machine while executing tasks and make necessary adjustments to improve results.
• Produce quality parts according to manufacturing targets and schedules as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Record all machine actions and log completed parts for record keeping.
• Keep a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Plant Manager.
• Read and understand drawings
• Ability to change machine Setting to accommodate different sizes and dimensions
• Must have a further understanding of thread dimensions and thread terminology
• Ability to guide Machine Operator I with ongoing obstacles
• Understand Custom Pipe part number convention

Skills

basic mechanical aptitude

attention to detail

team player

read/write/communicate

safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

facers

lathes

CNCs

Job description

Custom Pipe and Fabrication in Grand Island, NE is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator II to operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, adjust settings, and ensure the production of quality parts on schedule. This full-time role requires following established procedures, maintaining a clean, safe workplace, and reporting issues to supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, demonstrates basic mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and the ability to