Machine Operator

Summary

Operates sheet metal fabrication equipment including shear, press, punch, saws, and drills to process sheet metal, metal roofing panels, plate, and potentially steel tube. Performs tack welding of nuts and bolts onto steel plates as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Reads and interprets fabrication prints or job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
2. Sets up or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule or template
3. Positions workpiece against stop or aligns layout marks with die or blade
4. Sets up and operates fabricating machines such as saws, drill, mill and punch to, cut, bend, block, and form or straighten materials
5. Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions
6. Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation
7. Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies or workpieces
8. Maintains clean workspace
9. Scans job worked time into data collection system
10. Perform other related duties as required

Competencies

• Analytical Decision-Making
• Communication
• Learning & Development
• Professionalism & Integrity
• Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking
• Teamwork & Relationship-Building
• Results Orientation

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education or experience

Travel

• This position requires minimal to no travel

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills

Other Requirements

• Ability to get a Forklift Operator's License
• Ability to get a Crane Operator's License

Other Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of Icon
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Use and read a tape measure
• Basic knowledge of welding preferred but not required.

PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.