Machine Operator; 3rd Shift - ONeal Steel​/Lafayette

Machine Operator (3rd Shift) – O'Neal Steel / Lafayette

Apply for the Machine Operator (3rd Shift) position at O'Neal Steel in Lafayette, LA.

The Machine Operator sets up and operates production machinery in compliance with established procedures and guidelines. Responsibilities include operating computer‑controlled equipment, selecting and positioning tool heads, and adjusting machine settings to meet specifications and timelines.

• Follow all safety guidelines and wear required protective gear.
• Set up and operate a variety of processing equipment: fiber laser, saw, shear, press brake, roller, plasma, etc.
• Operate material handling equipment: forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog.
• Read, interpret, and follow work instructions and blueprints, including 3D prints.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measure, box caliper, slide dial caliper, and micrometer.
• Convert fractions to decimals and vice versa; perform addition and subtraction of fractions and decimals.
• Provide high‑quality work to internal and external customers.

Work night shift (8:00 PM – 4:00 AM) Monday‑Friday; overtime as needed.

• Experience operating processing equipment (saw, shear, press brake, roller, plasma, laser, etc.).
• Experience operating material handling equipment (forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints.
• Proficiency with measuring tools: tape measure, box caliper, slide dial caliper, micrometer.
• Math skills for converting fractions and decimals, performing addition and subtraction.
• High quality workmanship toward internal and external customers.

Upon offer, candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug test.

• Overhead crane certification.
  
  Forklift certification.

• Competitive salary with potential monthly production bonus.
• Paid weekly.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Work‑site wellness programs.
• Health and dependent‑care flexible spending accounts.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Tuition and health‑club reimbursement.
• Accidental death, dismemberment, and life insurance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Training and development opportunities.
• 401(k).

With more than 100 years in business, O'Neal Steel—an O'Neal Industries affiliate—supplies a wide range of carbon and alloy steel, stainless steel, and aluminum products nationwide. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, O'Neal Steel operates 19 strategically located distribution centers offering inventory and value‑added processing capabilities tailored to market needs.

O'Neal Steel is an equal‑opportunity employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Entry level

Full‑time

Manufacturing and Production;
Industry: Manufacturing