Equipment Operator - Mazak

Equipment Operator - Mazak – Farwest Steel Corporation

Full‑time, onsite position in Stockton, CA.

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 2:00 pm‑10:30 pm swing shift. Starting wage $20.15‑$29.45 plus shift differential $1.25. Stable full‑time work expected through 2025, 2026 and beyond.

Farwest Steel Corporation has been a leading metal solutions provider in the Western United States since 1956. With over 600 employees across 7 Western states, we offer employees a safe, innovative and team‑based culture.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, company‑paid Life Insurance & STD, and 401(k) with 3.5% match
• Full benefits with options to suit everyone
• Incentive based on safety, up to .60 cents
• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
• Compensation based on knowledge, skills and ability

Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required. E‑Verify participation. Join a safe and supportive workplace.

• Operate high‑definition cutting equipment to maintain optimal machine uptime and part quality.
• Communicate effectively with crane operators, machine operators, and parts processors to streamline production and reduce downtime.
• Review and verify batch tickets, work instructions, material specifications, part numbers, revisions, thickness, and grade before cutting.
• Verify heat numbers against certifications and follow proper documentation procedures.
• Perform first article inspections to confirm correct thickness, measurements, and cut quality.
• Properly mark remnants for restocking, including color code, heat number, thickness, and REM number.
• Monitor operations with a focus on reducing cost: minimize material waste, maximize machine time, and ensure proper equipment usage.
• Enforce and adhere to all company safety protocols and industry standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent (optional).
• At least one year of steel burning or cutting machine experience.
• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and equipment operation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to work in a team environment with others in the company and treat employees and customers with respect, courtesy and tact.
• Perform routine office support, understand written and oral instruction, and make mathematical calculations.

Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug‑Free Workplace.

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• Entry level

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