Machine Operator

Triple-S Steel • Chesapeake, VA

19d • $23 - $27

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates steel production equipment and is responsible for reading and executing work orders to meet customer requirements in a timely manner. This non-exempt, hourly position typically reports to the Warehouse Supervisor or Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The employee must follow Triple-S job requirements and Safe Methods of Work. Overtime may be required to meet customer needs.

The role involves working indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions, including precipitation, cold or heat, high winds, and turbulent conditions. The position may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and electrical shock risks in operations or laboratory areas. Noise is usually moderate but may occasionally be high. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• Ability to read and execute work orders to meet customer requirements.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain assigned tools and equipment, including tape measure, caliper, shear, CNC burning table, band saw, iron worker, track burner, haven tube cutter, forklift, overhead crane, and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain spatial orientation and awareness when moving through a work environment with moving objects.
• Use clear vision to judge near and far distances and remain aware of other employees’ work activities.
• Physical ability to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; talk or hear; stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Follow required safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Follow Triple-S safe methods of work and immediately advise a supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Manipulate, cut, and/or form raw material according to work orders and customer requirements.
• Maintain and safely operate assigned tools and equipment.
• Attend all required company meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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