Machine Operator - Weekend Shift

Oshkosh • Riceville, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator produces parts by programming, setting up, and operating a variety of CNC machines, including laser cutting, plasma cutting, shear cutting, rolling, press brakes, saws, and punches. The role is based at McNeilus’s production facility in Riceville, Iowa, and is described as a weekend-shift position.

The operator maintains company quality and safety standards, reads drawings to ensure parts are within tolerance, uses measuring devices, and troubleshoots and performs preventive maintenance on equipment as needed. The role also involves using basic hand tools and operating lifting devices to handle materials weighing up to 10,000 pounds.

Starting pay is $20.00–$25.48 per hour based on experience, with a $4-per-hour weekend-shift differential. A high school diploma or GED is not required. The company offers education assistance for programs ranging from GED through master’s degree, up to $10,000 per year.

Requirements

• At least six months of applicable position experience or an evaluated equivalent.
• Ability to use, read, and understand general fabrication tools, such as tape measures, protractors, and calipers.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Operational knowledge of CNC cutting machines, press brakes, drills, and saws.
• Enjoys working in a team environment.
• Able to proficiently run one fabrication machine with little to no quality defects.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC machines, including laser cutters, plasma cutters, shear cutters, rolling machines, press brakes, saws, and punches.
• Maintain company quality and safety standards while operating equipment and performing job responsibilities.
• Read drawings and ensure parts are produced within tolerance using measuring devices such as calipers, protractors, and tape measures.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Use basic hand tools, including wrenches, hammers, prybars, grinders, magnets, and pliers.
• Operate vac lifts, overhead cranes, gantry cranes, and jib cranes while handling materials weighing up to 10,000 pounds.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per year.
• 401(k) plan with company match of $0.50 for every dollar contributed, up to 6%.
• Company bonus plan.
• Paid time off.
• Pay increases every six months, based on performance.
• $4-per-hour shift differential for weekend shift.

What This Job Offers

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