xPL Machine Operator

Turner Construction Company•Decatur, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Produce precision parts and materials by setting up and operating machine equipment and tools, including Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment. Perform metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics. Work from plans, specifications, program instructions, and blueprints to produce finished work pieces. Maintain equipment and a secure work area, track production, and support safe equipment operation, including training others. This role is based at the xPL Offsite Manufacturing Facility project in Decatur, Alabama, and may involve 0–10% travel and night or weekend work as needed.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working with fabrication machines and related materials, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to understand and interpret construction contract documents, drawings (including shop, structural, and blueprint drawings), sketches, building plans, specifications, scopes of work, vendor tags, and project schedules to determine dimensions and materials.
Proficiency with CNC equipment, computers or electronic instruments, and related tools.
Knowledge of arithmetic and ability to apply basic geometry to work tasks.
Ability to measure, read, and communicate lengths accurately using a ruler or tape measure.
Strong planning and analysis skills.
Critical thinking and sound judgment in solving problems.
Ability to take direction, work independently with minimal supervision, and work in a team environment.
Ability to listen actively, ask clarifying questions, and complete assignments as directed.
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to engage with teams, clients, business partners, and management at all levels.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to travel using various modes of transportation and accommodate night and weekend work as needed.

Responsibilities

Understand scopes of work, plans, and specifications to complete job assignments.
Ensure trade employees, subcontractors, and vendors comply with Turner standards, safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security requirements.
Demonstrate teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations.
Understand work instructions, project signage, and manufacturer safety instructions; prepare and inspect tools before use.
Participate in daily Pre-Task Plans, follow equipment and tool safety expectations, select appropriate equipment, follow safety protocols, and wear appropriate PPE.
Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine equipment, including CNC equipment, to produce fabrication parts.
Perform metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing.
Complete Cut List tasks with minimal supervision.
Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing to produce work pieces to required dimensions or numerical control sequences.
Maintain machine equipment in proper operational condition and appearance.
Train others to safely operate and maintain shop equipment.
Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.
Diagnose machine tool malfunctions and determine whether adjustments or repairs are needed.
Maintain the security of equipment and the work area while conducting operations.
Identify, communicate, and escalate problems and issues to the Supervisor for immediate resolution.
Track production of completed tasks.
Maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers, and other employees.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.