Machine Operator

Modern Staffing is seeking a qualified Machine Operator for a manufacturing company in New Braunfels, TX:

Job Description:

Prior experience in operating metal fabrication equipment (brake press, burn table, shear, drill press, lathe, expander, punch former, plate roll, stake welder); use of overhead crane and forklift necessary.

Job Duties:

• Sets up and operate machines.
• Utilize blueprints.
• Makes adjustments for materials used.
• Verifies dimensional requirements.
• Transfers materials to storage areas.
• Works with unconventional materials and requires specialized skills.
• Sets up and operates machinery that automatically heats, mills, cuts, forms, drills, broaches or reams metal, plastic, or processed material parts.
• Makes adjustments to adhere to established specifications.
• Troubleshoots and corrects faulty programming.
• Makes general decisions as to quality, tolerances and operation sequence.
• Follows all safety rules and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works on semi-routine assignments
• Requires help from supervisors or others to complete new tasks.
• Analysis and actions require instruction from higher levels.
• Good knowledge of the job, company policies and processes.
• Applies job skills to complete semi-routine tasks.
• Some understanding of the technical aspects of the job.
• Ability to follow verbal or simple written instructions and procedures.
• Few judgement calls.
• Serves as a team member.
• Proficient at reading blueprints.