Position: Machine Operator (Laser) Location: Richmond, VA 23231 Duration: Contract to Hire Shift: 6am to 2:30pm Monday to Friday (some Saturdays available) Benefits/Incentive: Insurance Provided (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.) upon hire. Position Summary: Under immediate to moderate supervision, the Machine Operator operates fabricating machines such as press brakes, laser cutters, and other machinery as required, that cut, shape, and bend metal plates to produce an array of products.
\n Essential Functions of the Job:Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.Positions stops or guides to specified length as indicated by blueprints, scale, rule or template.Maintains fabricating equipment and makes adjustments to prepare equipment for safe and efficient operation.Moves parts and/or work pieces manually, by hoist or forklift and secures parts using clamps, braces, etc. prior to machine operation.Maintains production quantities, efficiencies and quality of parts fabricated.Positive team-based attitude and a willingness to cross train on machinery in the fabrication department.Ability to adhere to company safety expectations and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Must be able to use and read a tape measure, protractor, and various other measuring tools using both American and metric measurements and quantities.Ability to handle large awkward parts weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted; additional weight assistedAbility to operate a forkliftWork performed in a loud manufacturing environmentt Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):Ability to read and understand EnglishAbility to read drawings and sketchesAbility to work alone and as part of a teamGood math skillsMechanical aptitudeEducation and Experience:High school diploma or GED certificate preferredMinimum of 1 – 3 years of previous experience operating heavy production/fabrication machinery. Education and Experience:High school diploma or GED certificate preferredMinimum of 1 – 3 years of previous experience operating heavy production/fabrication machinery. Level of position will vary depending upon years of experience. Experience with JD Edwards helpful Pre-Employment RequirementsMust pass a criminal background check (7-year felony + sex offender)Must pass a pre-employment drug test (10 panels for recreational drugs and opiates)Applicants for employment must be a U.S. Citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
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