Machine Operator

Valley Iron Inc•Fresno, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The primary duties of a Machine Operator are to operate all machinery in a safe and efficient manner. This role involves performing quality checks, producing accurate parts, and operating machines using correct materials to produce various shapes and sizes. The operator must ensure tolerances specified on prints or drawings are met and check parts for accuracy throughout the production process.

Requirements

  • Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Minimum 2 years machine operating experience.
  • Experience in metal or related industry preferred.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of sheet and plate products (grades, thickness).
  • Proficient in reading and writing English.
  • Ability to read calipers, micrometers, scales, angle finders, tape measures, and understand different scales of measurement.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Ability to use hands to pull material, stack material, and move materials.
  • Ability to use hands to do maintenance repairs when needed.
  • Ability to bend, stand, twist, walk, lift, and climb up and down forklifts.
  • Minimal sit time.

Nice To Haves

  • Metal or related industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operate all machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Perform quality checks and produce accurate parts.
  • Operate machines using correct materials to produce various shapes and sizes.
  • Ensure tolerances specified on prints or drawings are correct.
  • Check parts for accuracy on the first article and throughout the process.
  • Read blueprints and drawings.
  • Set up the machine.
  • Measure parts for accuracy and consistency.
  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Retrieve material, load material on machines, and set up machines to each job’s specifications.
  • Pull plates off machines weighing from ten (10) pounds to two hundred (200) pounds.
  • Clean and de-slag parts.
  • Maintain a clean work environment.
  • Perform general yard clean up.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.
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