2nd Shift Machine Operator II

Hormann Career Portal•Sparta, TN

About The Position

The Machine Operator II sets up and operates specialized production equipment—including presses, un-coilers, and roll-formers—to manufacture garage door sections and other components. The role is accountable for product quality and storage, preparing rejected materials for return to vendors, and maintaining machinery and work areas. The operator uses measurement and mechanical tools, a computer, a forklift, overhead cranes, and a pallet jack, and handles rollers and dies weighing up to 50 pounds. The position also requires completing assignments from the area supervisor or management and contributing reliable, organized, technically capable leadership. The operator follows established procedures and approved processes, fulfills production orders and inventory needs, and meets prescribed production rates. They read and interpret prints, drawings, and work instructions; develop knowledge of manufacturing methods, equipment, and product construction; support quality training; troubleshoot machinery; and maintain safety, cleanliness, and 6S standards. Overtime and work on different shifts may be required to meet production or project goals. This role requires sustained attention to detail, adaptability, organization, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Physical duties include lifting or moving at least 50 pounds, operating overhead cranes to handle loads described as up to 300 pounds and over 5,000 pounds, pushing, pulling, standing for long periods, and working in hot or cold conditions. Tools, equipment, and specialized training will be provided as required. English fluency is required; candidates with a second language, especially Spanish or German, receive additional consideration. The schedule is 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Starting pay is $18.50 plus a $1 shift differential. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and company-paid life insurance.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least three years of progressive manufacturing or sheet metal fabrication experience.
Ability to use a tape measure, micrometer, caliper, feeler gauge, and other mechanical tools used in the position.
Forklift certification and ability to use a pallet jack.
Overhead crane certification and ability to operate cranes.
Ability to safely lift or move at least 50 pounds and handle rollers and dies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to operate overhead cranes to lift loads described as up to 300 pounds and over 5,000 pounds of metal coils and roll-forming tables.
Ability to read and interpret prints, drawings, and work instructions and measure products to specifications.
Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail, follow established routines, manage multiple tasks and priorities, and adapt to changing situations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to push, pull, stand for long periods, and work in hot or cold conditions.
Flexibility to work different shifts and overtime when required.
Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

Ability in a second language, especially Spanish or German.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate presses, un-coilers, roll-formers, and other assigned equipment to manufacture garage door sections and components.
Meet production orders, inventory requirements, and prescribed production rates.
Ensure the quality and proper storage of products and prepare rejected materials for return to vendors.
Read, interpret, produce, and measure products to prints, drawings, and work instructions.
Maintain machinery and work areas, promote a safe and clean workplace, and uphold 6S standards.
Perform basic troubleshooting on machinery.
Assist with quality training for fellow employees.
Use a computer, measurement tools, mechanical tools, a forklift, overhead cranes, and a pallet jack as required.
Work overtime and on different shifts when needed to meet customer demands or production and project goals.
Carry out additional assignments as directed by the area supervisor or management.