Metal Machine Operator Chair Fabrication, 1st Shift
Owatonna, MN - USA
Job Summary
The Metal Machine Operator is responsible for setting up operating and maintaining a variety of metal fabrication equipment to produce high-quality parts and components according to production specifications. This role works within a manufacturing environment ensuring production goals quality standards and safety requirements are consistently met. The position requires operating machinery performing quality inspections troubleshooting equipment issues recording production data and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while working collaboratively with production engineering and quality teams.
- Set up and operate metal fabrication equipment including CNC press brakes punch presses drill presses grinders spot welders saws tube benders shears laser cutters turret punches CNC sheet folders and roll-forming machines.
- Follow blueprints technical drawings work instructions and standard operating procedures to manufacture parts accurately.
- Perform machine programming and program modifications when required.
- Conduct routine quality inspections of finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Troubleshoot machine and production issues and coordinate with maintenance personnel as needed.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
- Assist with machine setup adjustments and basic preventive maintenance activities.
- Monitor equipment performance and report operational issues to supervisors.
- Record production data complete required documentation and perform ERP/computer system transactions.
- Support assembly packaging and preparation of finished products for shipment.
- Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment following safety regulations and 5S standards.
- Assist in training and mentoring new machine operators.
- Participate in cross-training initiatives and provide support to other departments when required.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on safety quality productivity and efficiency.
- Work effectively as part of a team to achieve production and operational goals.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and basic mathematical skills.
- Ability to use hand tools measuring instruments and precision equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions and technical documentation.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in using computer systems for production reporting and data entry.
- Ability to learn and perform multiple manufacturing tasks.
- Understanding of workplace safety procedures and manufacturing best practices.
- Ability to lift move push and pull materials and equipment as required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience in manufacturing fabrication or machining environments.
- Experience operating CNC equipment and metal fabrication machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Technical training vocational education or trade school certification.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Experience with machine setup troubleshooting and process improvement initiatives.