Machine Operator

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Metals USA is seeking an experienced & proficient machine operator in Greensboro NC. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon steel (plate, beam and tube) distribution center servicing the defense, commercial, construction, aerospace and fabrication industries.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up burning machine, selects proper burning tip, sets gas flow and machine feed rates, location of cutting, lines dimensions, tolerances, operational sequences and uses gauges, calipers, squares, rulers for measurement.
• Sets up and aligns specified material or other fixtures in machine bed using gauges, templates, shims or hand tools.
• Chooses correct material for the job according to work order. Inspects plates for thickness, length, width, heat number, grade specification and color code.
• Coordinates and executes material handling to be processed including operation of overhead crane.
• Reviews CAD drawings, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
• Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certification.
• Stacks, bands and palletizes finished products for shipment.
• Performs the duties of a warehouse worker to include operating a forklift & overhead crane.

Position Qualifications:

• High School/Technical School Graduate with basic English reading & writing comprehension
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate & convert decimals and fractions
• Basic measuring skills to read English & Metric systems and a tape measure, caliper or micrometer.
• Experience of operating an overhead crane, forklift, hand tools and common shop machinery

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid OSHA Forklift & Overhead Crane Certificates preferred

Metals USA offers a competitive starting salary and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth. EOE, Affirmative Action Employer/ M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Machine Operation: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location