Summary

Under the direction of the Fabrication Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a machine during the production cycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operates and control machine settings
Effectively uses overhead cranes to lift steel onto machine
Feeds material through the machine, creating specific cuts/holes into the columns and/or beams
Identifies and loads correct electronic data, AutoCAD files and machine programs to complete the setup for each job.
Examines work and check defects regularly
Completes and maintains any required paperwork, records and documents
Checks work area for hazards
Complies with safety regulations and wears appropriate PPE at all times
Leaves work area in a clean/safe state when shift is complete

Qualifications: Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; or demonstrated extensive welding experience
1-2 years of machine operating experience preferred
Prior CNC programming experience is a plus

Other skills

Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints
Ability to understand measurements and use a tape measurer