Whitney Area Assistant (Machine Operator)

Big Top Manufacturing, LLC•Perry, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

For over four decades, Big Top has manufactured and installed high-performance fabric structures in the United States, delivering American-made quality, innovation, and reliability. We don’t just build shelters—we engineer solutions that optimize operations, safeguard assets, and provide a competitive edge for companies worldwide. With the support and financial backing of Altamont Capital Partners, we are in an exciting phase of growth, expansion, and innovation. The Whitney Area Assistant is responsible for achieving immediate and short-term production objectives established by the CNC Supervisor. This position requires near-perfect attendance and punctuality. Employees are expected to be in their department area before the shift starts. Reasonable overtime hours may be required to meet production needs. This position reports directly to the CNC Supervisor.

Requirements

Team Player.
Time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
Must obtain forklift certification within 3 months (on-the-job training provided).
Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16".
Requires the use of hand tools. Must understand usage and applicability.
Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes.
Strong mathematical skills; decimals, fractions, and inch calculations.
Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Computer proficiency.
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
One year work history or military service with honorable discharge preferred.
Must be able to accurately exchange information with co-workers and management.
Heavy lifting (50lbs) is required on a regular basis.
Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials.
Ability to remain at workstation for long periods of time while using tools and machinery and performing repetitive actions.
Manual dexterity to evaluate, modify and operate machinery and equipment.
Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
Temperature of work environment ranges from 15 - 110°F.
Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours subject to change at the discretion of management. Overtime is required, as needed to support production goals.

Responsibilities

Ensure all parts are produced on time and are of good quality.
Assist in all operations of the Whitney Area (loading/unloading sheets, part removal, stacking, banding, and material handling).
Load and unload materials onto the Whitney machine table as directed.
Read and check complex sketches before building the parts. Report errors to supervisor for correction.
Verify material thickness and sheet size match job requirements before processing.
Accurately count completed parts and verify quantities.
Assist with paperwork in Whitney Area.
Operate Whitney and SigmaNEST CAD Program (on-the-job training provided).
Assist in drawing and developing new parts and programs.
Minimize material waste.
Responsible for care and daily preventive maintenance of the equipment in use.
Follow all safety guidelines and report violations, accidents and near misses to supervisor.
Assist in the training of new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
Follow instructions given by supervisor.
Responsible for housekeeping in your area and the entire facility.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

After 60 days, employees are provided with health, dental and vision insurance at no cost – the premiums are 100% employer-paid!
Other benefits include 401(k) with company match, free short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
We also offer a generous vacation allowance to support work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

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