Machine Operator

OVERVIEW:
$25.00 - $32.00/HOUR RANGE
SEEKING AN ENTRY-LEVEL CANDIDATE THE CLIENT CAN TRAIN AND DEVELOP IN THIS ROLE.  MACHINE OPERATOR/FORKLIFT OPERATOR/WATERJET OPERATOR.  MS OFFICE SKILLS.
CONTRACT WITH POSSIBLE FTE CONVERSION
Position will require working individually or with a small team of Welders, Fabricators, Designers, Engineers, and Mechanics to execute customer projects. Projects include motorsports, automotive, defense, and commercial industries.
The candidate will execute the requirements of the work orders and process material accordingly. Candidate will use drawings, specs, and/or verbal instructions as well as exercise judgment and experience to plan and accomplish goals. Candidate should have the ability to check his/her own work. Candidate must meet deadlines and document progress. Candidate must be flexible, dependable, time conscious, and be able to move from project to project with minimal supervision. Candidate must work closely with the shop management and be able to conduct his/her day-to-day duties in a highly professional manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operation of all aspects of water jet machinery & software
Read and understand basic prints
Track, inventory, and organize material
Utilize prints to determine parts not in inventory and order material as needed
Nest work orders to maximize material ability to use nesting software
Operation of forklift as required
Operation of small crane as required
Cleaning and organization of machine and shop space on a weekly basis
Conduct QC inspection of parts
Must possess the ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
Must possess the ability and maturity to perform in a dynamic and fast paced environment
Must be able to maintain a clean and organized work area
Must work safely to comply with all business expectations
Problem solve and repair equipment in a timely manner
Manage large volumes of material and determine efficiencies in handling and storing
Create efficiencies with a large volume workload and manage tight timelines
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Fork Lift experience
Crane experience a plus
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma
Top 3 Requirements:
Minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent
Hands-on mechanical skills including the ability to use all common hand tools
Self-motivated with the ability to manage his/her own time to achieve deadlines and continually maintain and improve workspace
Preferred but not required:
Minimum of 1 year of water jet experience
Microsoft Office experience Excel, Word, Outlook, Tasks, Teams
Must be able to rig and move heavy structures