Machine Operator Lead

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Oklahoma City, OKtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR100224
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* Position Summary:

*** We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator Lead to oversee daily production activities and support machine operation teams within our manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for coordinating work assignments, training operators, monitoring quality, and ensuring efficient, safe, and accurate machine operation. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience in fabrication or machine operations, and the ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced production setting.

This position plays a key role in meeting production schedules, maintaining product quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
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* Position Responsibilities:

**** Supervise, train, and mentor fabrication team members.
* Assign daily tasks and manage workloads to meet production schedules.
* Monitor team performance and provide ongoing coaching and support.
* Ensure coils are fabricated according to specifications, engineering drawings, and quality standards.
* Conduct in‑process inspections and verify compliance with customer requirements.
* Troubleshoot production issues and collaborate with engineering/manufacturing teams for solutions.
* Maintain efficient workflow through proper staging, sequencing, and resource allocation.
* Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and cycle time optimization.
* Support continuous improvement efforts across operations and promote best practices.
* Ensure proper use, maintenance, and cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
* Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and OSHA guidelines.
* Conduct morning meetings, safety checks, and incident reporting as needed.
* Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
*** Position Requirements:
**** High school diploma or equivalent, preferred. Completion of some secondary/trade school technical and/or general business course is preferred
* Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience (W1), or equivalent combination of technical school, on-the-job training and work experience.
* Ability to follow written directions for proper changeover procedures.
* Understand and implement proper changeover procedures.
* General sheet metal knowledge
* Some knowledge and experience in Quality Assurance
* Attention to detail
* Good math skills are preferred to interpret drawings and specifications.
* Able to lift and/or move heavy objects/components, frequently up to 25lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to work in repetitive motions and pressure involving fingers, hands, and wrists.
* Able to stand for prolonged periods on a concrete floor.
* Able to walk, reach with hands and arms, push, pull, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
* Must have demonstrated ability to communicate (speak, read, write) in English.
* Able to work independently and with others.
* Wear safety gear at all times
* Must be able to work overtime

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. To learn more about Nortek Air Solutions, please visit our company website at
*** About Nortek Air Solutions:
*** Nortek Air Solutions, LLC (NAS) is a Madison Industries company. Madison Industries is on of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world and has a robust portfolio of indoor air quality solutions. Madison builds entrepreneurially driven, branded market leaders that are committed to making the world safer, healthier, and more productive by creating innovative solutions that deliver outstanding customer value.
NAS is the largest manufacturer of custom heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment in North America. Its products include FANWALL TECHNOLOGY, air handlers, packaged DX, vertical self-contained systems, energy recovery ventilators with integrated heating and cooling systems, coils and more. NAS has five strategically located manufacturing facilities which encompass over 2 million square feet of clean space and 180 sales representative offices.

NAS’s brands are known for innovation and advanced technology and provide customers with product solutions for every industrial need including commercial air handlers, clean room systems, and mission critical technology. NAS’s end markets include healthcare, education, industrial, commercial, clean rooms, and data centers.
*** Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individua**
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