Machine Operator

Position Title

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

$16.00/hour

1st

7:00am - 3:00pm (Monday - Friday)

Pleasant Hill, IA

• Feed raw materials or parts into semi-automated machines such as extrusion saws, miter saws, punch presses, flat bed lasers, and age ovens
• Monitor machinery and products to ensure proper operation and quality standards are maintained
• Remove metal burrs or rough edges using hand files, scrapers, or automated deburring tools to ensure proper fit and finish of parts
• Perform machine shop and mold press operations to support assembly processes
• Detect and report defective materials or issues with equipment to supervisors
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following safety protocols at all times

• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds regularly, with occasional lifts up to 100 pounds using team lifts for heavier items
• Ability to work in uncontrolled environments with temperature fluctuations, dust, mist, and elevated noise levels
• Capable of reading and interpreting safety rules, work instructions, and control panels in English
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to document product and quality data accurately
• Basic math skills including counting and converting fractions to decimals (e.g., 1/2 = 0.50)

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