Machine Operators-Career Openings

Merchants Metals LLC • Houston, TX

48d • $15 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Merchants Metals, a leading fencing manufacturer, is hiring for our Houston facility. This is a stable, full-time work opportunity with consistent hours. The work environment is non-climate-controlled, and the shifts are 12 hours. We have openings for both 1st and 2nd shifts.

Requirements

• Effective communication includes speaking, writing, active listening, and taking instructions
• Good leadership and training skills
• Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs
• Great time management
• Keen attention to detail to identify maintenance, product, or operations issues
• Minimum one year of work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Must be able to work in a team-based, positive, fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to understand written instructions and follow procedures.
• Must be able and willing to work 5 PM-5 AM MON-FRI and Saturdays as needed.
• Employees average at least 40 hours a week, no more than 50.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remove finished rolls from weaving machines
• Build and stage pallets for finished products
• Replenish materials and keep work areas clean
• Operate and monitor weaving machines
• Change, thread, and adjust wire and blades
• Perform basic troubleshooting and routine machine maintenance
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Maintain the surrounding area, keeping the area free of debris

What This Job Offers

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