Machine Operator-Fabricator

Summary
Seeking a high energy, self-starter to facilitate the Fabrication of all products before the weld process.
This person will work under the direction of the Fabrication Shop Lead.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Wear proper PPE at all times.
• Use various machines such as press brakes, sheer, band saw, cold saw, punch presses, drill press, and other metal equipment to cut, form, punch, and bend per the shop drawings.
• Use proper lifting techniques for individual and team lifting.
• Operate a forklift
• Make sure all products are labeled
• Make sure product labels correspond with job traveler
• Bring quality issues to the attention of the Fabrication Shop Lead.
• Follow good housekeeping practices in keeping work area clean.
• Perform assigned duties following safe manufacturing processes and conform to shop safety rules.
• Miscellaneous duties at the request of the Fabrication Shop Lead or Plant Manager.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and follow the setup and adjustments of machines
• Read and follow specifications, shop drawings and job travelers with the help of the Fabrication Shop Lead as needed
• Report any equipment or machines in need of maintenance Fabrication Shop Lead
• Ensure the completion of all required data entry or production paperwork

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1 to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requirements include experience with power tools and hand tools as well as driving a forklift, basic computer skills, and the ability to learn and operate in an ERP environment.
language skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and to effectively present information in one-on-one and /or small group situations with employees of the organization. Must speak, understand, read, and write English proficiently.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability of perform basic calculations using a calculator. Must be able to read and use tape measure.

Reasoning ability
Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

physical demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls; reach above shoulders and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and use foot/feet to operate machine. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Employee will be expected to work the overtime required to complete weekly workload in a timely manner.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that may be inherent in the occupation.

Protective clothing/equipment required
The employee in this position must wear OSHA approved safety glasses.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.