Machine Operator

JGM•Coatesville, PA

86d•Onsite

About The Position

JGM is looking for several experienced Machine Operators to run production equipment in our Coatesville steel fabrication shop. Candidates with experience in press brake, industrial saw, fabrication, machine shop, or metal stamping are highly preferred. We also encourage applications from individuals with experience in manufacturing, packaging, automotive, sheet metal, plastics, or any high-volume production environment, even without specific steel fabrication experience. The role requires comfort working in a non-climate-controlled shop environment, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter.

Requirements

2+ years of related work experience required (3+ preferred)
Press brake, industrial saw, fabrication, or other production/line facility experience highly preferred.
Experience with equipment such as CNC machines, punches, shears, or comparable industrial machinery also considered; willingness to cross-train on new equipment types.
Experienced machine operators without steel fabrication experience but with production-line machine operation background (manufacturing, packaging, automotive, sheet metal, plastics, etc.) are also encouraged to apply.
Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.
Ability to read basic blueprints, work orders, or production specs, or willing to learn.
Basic math and measurement skills (tape measure, calipers, etc.).
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic; comfortable in a fast-paced shop floor setting.
Ability to work as part of a team and take directions from shop leads and supervisors.
OSHA 10 certification required or willingness to obtain during company-paid onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus but not required — training provided.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery (CNC equipment, press brakes, saws, punches, shears, plasma/laser cutters, or similar) to fabricate steel components to spec.
Inspect parts against drawings and tolerances throughout the run, catching defects early and adjusting the machine as needed.
Load, unload, and stage raw steel and finished components safely, using overhead cranes, forklifts, or hand-moving equipment as required.
Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic maintenance on assigned equipment, and flag mechanical issues before they cause downtime.
Follow all JGM and OSHA safety protocols, wear required PPE and work safely in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.
Keep up with production schedules and takt time on the line, communicating with leads or supervisors when a job is running behind.
Complete production logs, quality checks, and downtime/scrap tracking accurately and on time.
Work closely with fellow operators, fitters, welders, and shop leadership to keep the line running smoothly and safely.