Machine Operator

Simpson Strong-Tie•Gallatin, TN

5d•$25 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator performs tasks to keep equipment running, completes minor setups, and troubleshoots equipment issues. The position reports directly to the Department Manager and is supported by the department’s Team Lead(s). It is a full-time, hourly role in Gallatin, Tennessee, scheduled Monday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., with overtime as needed. The role involves inspecting products against blueprint specifications, changing tools and adjusting machines, performing housekeeping and daily machine maintenance, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and operating a forklift to move materials or finished products. The position requires standing while operating large equipment for approximately 8–12 hours, with repetitive twisting and bending and potential handling of materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The work environment may include exposure to heat or cold, loud noise, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Experience reading blueprints.
Forklift experience.
Ability to work independently or with a team.
Mechanical ability and a commitment to safety, including consistently demonstrating safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment.
Accountability and dependability, including reliable and punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

Use blueprints to visually inspect products for conformance to print specifications and track conformance using the Screw MFG Inspection sheet and SPC program (40%).
Change tools and adjust machines to bring them back to proper specifications (30%).
Perform housekeeping and daily machine maintenance, and troubleshoot manufacturing issues (20%).
Drive a forklift to retrieve raw material or deliver finished products to the outbound staging area (10%).
Perform other tasks as assigned and expected.