Equipment Operator

Farwest Steel CorporationStockton, CA
$20 - $29Onsite

About The Position

As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC. Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US. Job Type: Full Time, Onsite Schedule: Monday - Friday, Swing Shift Starting Wage: $20.15 - $29.45, depending on experience, plus shift $1.25 an hour differential.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent optional.
  • At least one (1) year of steel saw cutting machine experience.
  • Basic understanding of warehouse functions and equipment operation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and writing in English.
  • Ability to work in a team environment with others in our company and treat our employees and customers with respect, courtesy and tact
  • Perform routine office support, understand written and oral instruction, and make mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Operate metal burning machine with gas and or laser equipment to maintain optimal machine uptime and part quality.
  • Communicate effectively with crane operators, machine operators, and parts processors to streamline production and reduce downtime.
  • Review and verify batch tickets, work instructions, material specifications, part numbers, revisions, thickness, and grade before cutting.
  • Verify heat numbers against certifications and follow proper documentation procedures.
  • Perform first article inspections to confirm correct thickness, measurements, and cut quality.
  • Properly mark remnants for restocking, including color code, heat number, thickness, and REM number.
  • Monitor operations with a focus on reducing cost: minimize material waste, maximize machine time, and ensure proper equipment usage.
  • Enforce and adhere to all company safety protocols and industry standards.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • EAP
  • company paid Life Insurance & STD
  • 401K with 3.5% Match
  • full benefits with options to suit everyone
  • Incentive based on safety, up to .60 cents
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • career development opportunities
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