Position Summary
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and setting up machinery to process steel materials, supporting customer order fulfillment, and maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
This role ensures accurate processing, proper material handling, and compliance with safety and operational standards.
Core Responsibilities
Customer Service & Order Fulfillment
- Provide prompt, accurate, and professional service to customers
- Pull, process, and load steel orders according to specifications
- Band and package materials for shipment in accordance with established procedures
- Accurately complete all required order documentation
- Transport materials safely between storage and processing areas
Machine Operation & Material Processing
- Set up and operate appropriate machinery to ensure efficient and precise processing
- Plan workflow to maximize efficiency in time, materials, and equipment usage
- Verify product quality and accuracy prior to shipment
- Adjust machine settings as needed to meet product specifications
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Safely operate equipment, including but not limited to:
- shear, press brake, band saws, hot saws, chop saws, rebar bender, ironworker, drill press, punches, overhead crane, forklift, hydraulic press, and burner
- Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance when qualified
- Report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns promptly
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies
- Adhere to proper procedures for handling, storing, and processing steel products
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including general housekeeping and snow removal as needed
- Participate in safety meetings and actively support workplace safety initiatives
Teamwork & Operational Support
- Assist with training new employees and supporting team members
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient operations
- Perform inventory checks and support inventory accuracy
- Demonstrate reliability through consistent attendance and punctuality
- Conduct all work with professionalism, honesty, and respect
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally
- Ability to push and pull up to 80 pounds
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching
- Ability to safely handle, stack, and load steel products
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions and moderate noise environments
Qualifications
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong customer service skills
- High attention to detail with a strong focus on safety
- Ability to perform basic math calculations
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operation and processes
- Strong work ethic with demonstrated integrity and accountability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred
- Prior experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or steel environment
- Experience operating industrial machinery, forklifts, or cranes