Machine Operator I, Evening Shift - Ditch Witch

The Toro Company • Perry, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator I operates one or more production machines, which may include lathes, mills, drills, saws, automatic welders, benders, punches, shears, flame-cutting equipment, high-definition and plasma equipment, lasers, heat-treat equipment, and shot-blast equipment. As a cross-functional team member, the employee may also assemble components and perform other assigned duties.

The role involves setting up, adjusting, and operating production equipment; monitoring machine performance and completing operations in the proper sequence; setting up fixtures and mounting parts; and performing mechanical assembly with hand and air tools. The employee uses a computer to check part locations, inventory, and routing and to maintain production records, and may read information from blueprints.

The position is based in a manufacturing plant with variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt. Work includes exposure to physical hazards, hazardous materials, and heavy physical demands. The schedule is listed as Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., with variable daily hours of 8–12 depending on production needs, some scheduled Saturdays, and an expectation to work at least 50% of extra time. Overtime is paid after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $20.30 per hour.

Requirements

• Be familiar with and have basic experience using mechanical repair and assembly tools, including wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
• Have reading, clerical, and basic math skills, including the ability to understand written instructions, maintain production records, and calculate sums, differences, and fractions.
• Be able to regularly handle items weighing more than 60 pounds from floor to knuckle; regularly push or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds; regularly lift items up to 35 pounds from knuckle to shoulder; and regularly lift items up to 25 pounds from shoulder to overhead.
• Be able to perform frequent standing, sitting, twisting, and bending, and occasional walking, elevated work, squatting, kneeling, and climbing.
• Work a variable schedule of 8–12 hours daily depending on production needs, including some scheduled Saturdays, and work at least 50% of extra time.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience or training in welding, machining, mechanical repair, or operation of metalworking machinery.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate production equipment while monitoring machine performance and carrying out operations in the proper sequence.
• Set up fixtures and mount parts in fixtures or components.
• Perform mechanical assembly using hand and air tools.
• Use a computer to check part locations, inventory, and routing and to maintain production records.
• Read information from blueprints when needed.
• Assemble components and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED