Machine Operator

NEW LEADER MANUFACTURING•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator performs a variety of machine operations to fabricate steel parts and assemblies using steel fabrication equipment in one of several work areas: 4k laser, 12k laser, small or large press brake, Wasino, saws, tube bender, or structural. The operator maintains equipment in a safe and clean condition and performs other duties that support plant operations and customer satisfaction. The role involves preparing and operating machines, monitoring their performance, adjusting controls, and verifying finished work against specifications. The operator also maintains equipment and work areas, reports non-conformities, follows safety procedures, and works collaboratively with coworkers and internal customers. The position requires the ability to work with little to no supervision, follow through on commitments, and contribute to a team-oriented and improvement-focused workplace. The employee is expected to demonstrate the company’s core values, including ownership, continued learning, openness to change and new perspectives, and learning from mistakes.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience; previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
Ability to read blueprints.
Good math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read a tape measure to 1/32 inch.
Experience with hand tools, including power tools such as impact drivers and drills.
Basic computer skills, including using computer systems to look up information, clock in and out, and report work activities.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including frequently standing for up to 8 hours in an 8-hour shift, frequently lifting 50 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds, and pushing or pulling with up to 110 pounds of force.
Ability to perform job duties in the described plant shop environment and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience.
Prior experience and/or training operating a drill press, saw, shear, press brake, and/or CNC equipment.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
For laser work: prior experience and/or training operating laser cutting equipment.
For laser work: prior experience or training in CNC operation or programming.
For laser work: prior thermal cutting experience.

Responsibilities

Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or workpieces, or position them against stops for processing.
Start and monitor machine operations, identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance operation, and adjust machine controls or control media as needed.
Calculate and set machine controls for factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and cut depth and angle, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
Verify that finished workpieces conform to specifications and quality requirements.
Communicate effectively with coworkers and internal customers and contribute as a team player and positive role model.
Select, align, and load tooling, bits, blades, cutting tools, and consumables into machines.
Work with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
Train others as directed.
Keep the work area clean and orderly, perform required preventive maintenance and calibrations, and report non-conformities to the Line Lead, Supervisor, or Maintenance until resolved.
Work with little to no supervision.
Maintain dependable attendance, complete goals and projects on time or ahead of schedule, respond cooperatively to assignments, and follow through on commitments.
Follow safety procedures, protocols, policies, and SAFESTART concepts, and act when others are not holding themselves accountable.
Take ownership, treat others with respect and kindness, seek learning opportunities and new perspectives, support improvement, and readily admit mistakes.