Machine Operator

Alamo Group Inc.•Seguin, TX

About The Position

Sets up and operates conventional or CNC machine tools to machine metal work pieces according to specifications, tooling instructions, and standard charts, applying knowledge of machining methods. Equipment may include lathes, milling machines, boring machines, press brakes, lasers, saws, and grinders. The role includes reading blueprints and job orders, selecting and securing tools and work pieces, setting machine controls and operating parameters, monitoring work for conformance to specifications, and performing some machine maintenance. CNC work may involve multi-machining, editing, and simple programming.

Requirements

Ability to use fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
Good shop math skills, including practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Knowledge of and ability to set up and program various machine shop machines.
Ability to read safety rules, instructions for using and maintaining shop tools and equipment, and methods and procedures in mechanical drawings and layout work.
Manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and good eye-hand coordination.
Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds alone and greater than 35 pounds with assistance.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 8 or more hours as tasks require.
Ability to wear appropriate PPE, including hearing and eye protection, gloves, and safety shoes.
Ability to work overtime as needed to complete job assignments.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing plant environment, in confined spaces, and at heights.
Ability to walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb frequently as tasks require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One to three years of experience operating shop machines preferred.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications, tooling instructions, and sequence of operations.
Select, position, and secure tools in tool holders and work pieces in machine holding devices, tables, chucks, centers, or fixtures.
Operate controls to position tools and work pieces and set feeds, speeds, depth of cut, bends, and related parameters.
Set up fixtures or feeding devices, start machines, and engage feeds to machine work pieces.
Observe machine operations and verify that work pieces conform to specifications using measuring instruments.
Perform multi-machining, editing, and simple programming on CNC machines in some areas.
Perform some machine maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned.