Detail Oriented, Forklift, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Metal Cutting, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Plasma, Production Specifications, Production Support, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, United States Department of Energy (DOE)
A leading design and fabrication company is seeking a Machine Operator to support production by operating laser or plasma table equipment used to cut and process metal materials according to job specifications. The ideal candidate is a dependable, detail-oriented manufacturing professional with machine operating experience and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced fabrication environment. Working under general supervision, this role plays an important part in maintaining production flow, material accuracy, and quality standards.
- Salary: $21/hr$26/hr DOE
- Location: Houston, TX
- Type of Position: Temp-to-Hire
- Hours: Night Shift 2:00 pm - 10:00pm
Responsibilities:
- Operate laser and plasma table equipment to cut metal materials according to production requirements
- Read and follow work orders, cut lists, drawings, and job specifications
- Load, position, and align materials properly for machine operation
- Monitor machine performance and make basic adjustments as needed during operation
- Inspect cut materials for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications
- Remove finished materials and stage them appropriately for the next step in production
- Assist with material handling and support general production flow as needed
- Perform basic equipment checks and report machine or quality issues to supervision
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Follow all company safety and quality procedures at all times
Requirements:
- Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment preferred
- Experience operating laser tables, plasma tables, or similar cutting equipment preferred
- Ability to read work orders, drawings, and basic production specifications
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Basic material handling experience in an industrial environment preferred
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced shop environment
- Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
- Forklift or crane experience is a plus
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