Machine Operator 1 - Glass Fabrication

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring fabrication equipment used to process architectural glass products. This role contributes to safety, quality, productivity, and on-time customer delivery. Equipment may include glass cutting tables, edging and grinding machines, CNC machinery, drilling equipment, tempering furnaces, automated production lines, and material handling systems. The position reports to the Production Supervisor.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and takes pride in producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Work takes place in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and humidity conditions, and requires use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production schedules, and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a production environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 10- to 12-hour shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work safely around large glass products, moving machinery, forklifts, and overhead lifting devices.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, machine operation, or industrial experience preferred.
• Experience operating production equipment in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate fabrication equipment and production machinery according to established procedures.
• Review work orders, production schedules, and specifications to ensure accurate manufacturing.
• Load and unload glass onto equipment, tables, carts, racks, and production lines.
• Enter and verify production information in machine control systems and software.
• Perform quality inspections throughout manufacturing and verify products meet customer specifications.
• Identify, isolate, and report materials or products that do not meet quality standards.
• Monitor machine performance and make routine operational adjustments as needed.
• Perform equipment cleaning, basic troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
• Accurately record production, quality, scrap, and inventory transactions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Use measuring devices, including tape measures and gauges, to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Safely move materials using carts, vacuum lift equipment, and other approved material handling devices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and productivity initiatives.
• Assist in other departments and perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee.
• PTO and holidays, including floating holidays employees can choose.
• Pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses.
• Training to provide the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed