Tube Laser Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Gregor Technologies, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregor Technologies, LLC is seeking a Machine Operator on 2nd shift in Oakwood, GA. The role requires reading blueprints, operating single point machines, and using gauges to ensure precise dimensions. You will work in a warehouse, following safety rules and maintaining equipment.

The position starts at $23.00 per hour with a $4 shift differential. Prior experience with overhead cranes is preferred, and applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen. This is a full‑time role with benefits.

Qualifications

• Reading work orders and safety manuals.
• Measuring with English/Metric systems using tape measures and calipers.
• Arithmetic to convert decimals and fractions.
• Knowledge of Windows software (loading design to burn).
• Minimum one year experience as a machine operator.
• Knowledge of matching procedures.
• Overhead crane or forklift experience preferred.
• Demonstrated manual/dexterity and coordination.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Position work pieces for processing, operating a single point machine to process work pieces by cutting, sawing and grinding.
• Use gauges, calipers indicators or rulers for measurement.
• Program machine from standard drawing file.
• Operate overhead crane.
• Determine processing specifications by reviewing blueprints and orders.
• Install and align blades and fixtures using gauges and tools.
• Observe machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Adjust controls for cutting speed, depth and feed rates.
• Perform routine machine maintenance such as oiling machines and dies.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance as a saw operator.

Skills

Reading work orders

Measurement skills

Decimal math

Windows software

1 year operator experience

Matching procedures

Crane/forklift exp

Dexterity

Drug screen capable

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift operation

Job description

• Ability to read work order instructions, safety and policy manuals
• Measuring skills to read English & Metric systems and a tape measure, caliper or micrometer
• Arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows software (loading design to be burned)
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a machine operator
• Knowledge of matching procedures
• Experience operating an overhead crane / forklift operator preferred
• Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination
• Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Working Conditions

Employee will work in an open warehouse the majority (98%) of the time and will be exposed to some or all of the following working conditions: extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, oils and atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes and metallic particles. Employee will be exposed to the hazards of working with heavy machinery. Employee is required to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves and safety boots. The Company furnishes initial hard hat, gloves and safety glasses. The employee furnishes safety boots at own expense.

Physical Requirements

In a typical workday, employee is standing, walking, seeing, hearing, grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, lifting work pieces weighing up to forty (40) lbs. manually or by crane to work area and positioning it for processing the orders. Must wear proper PPE (hard hat, steel toes, protective eyewear, hand protection, arm guards/sleeves, hearing protection, etc.)

Machine Operator- 2nd Shift

Metals USA has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator - 2nd shift in Oakwood, GA location. The MachineOperator regularly performs routine to moderately advanced production activities requiring demonstrated skill and competency in production processes and machine operation acquired through an apprenticeship and/or considerable training.

Starting Hourly Rate $23.00 and $4 shift differential

Duties & Responsibilities

• Positions work pieces for processing, operating a single point machine to process work pieces by cutting, sawing and grinding.
• Uses gauges, calipers indicators or rulers for measurement.
• Programs machine from standard drawing file.
• Operates overhead crane.
• Determines processing specifications such as materials, tool requirements, dimensions and tolerances by reviewing blueprints, orders, or other written specifications.
• Installs and aligns specified blades, and fixtures using gauges, templates, feelers, shims or hand tools.
• Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
• Adjusts controls to set cutting speed, depth and feed rates.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies or work pieces.
• Complies with company and OSHA safety policies and safe work practices.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a saw operator.

Metals USA offers a competitive starting salary and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth.

Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse.