Machine Operator

Chief Buildings is seeking a Machine Operator to join the Chief team. In this role, you will perform general machine operations including equipment setup, part processing, and final part inspection on various assigned machines. You’ll play a key role in maintaining production quality and efficiency. To be successful in this position, you should be detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and committed to working safely in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Understand machine operation, capacity, and perform routine maintenance
• Ensure the overall quality and quantity of assigned work
• Accurately complete routine paperwork and enter data into a computer‑based system
• Develop knowledge of layout procedures, complex setups, and tolerance adjustments
• Move materials as needed using overhead cranes and other lifting devices

• High School diploma, or GED, preferred.

• Strong math skills
• Basic understanding of hand tools such as tape measures, squares, and protractors
• Familiarity with metal fabrication and ability to read shop drawings
• Ability to operate various fabrication machines
• Knowledge of machine operation, capacity, and routine maintenance
• Ability to set up tooling as needed
• Proficient in reading and interpreting fabrication drawings.

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, SC.

This full‑time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Employee discounts
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed.

Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call .