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1st Shift - Machine Operator II - Sheetmetal
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What they do
A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$38,215 / year median in Iowa
+3% projected growth
Job Description
1st Shift
- Machine Operator II
- Sheetmetal Dover Corp United States, Iowa, Keosauqua Sep 09, 2026 ob
Title:
Machine Operator II
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Sheetmetal FLSA Status:
Hourly /
Non-Exempt Department:
Operations Supervisor:
Production Supervisor Shift:
1st What we are looking for: Sheet Metal fabricates sheet metal products and equipment. Work may involve setting up and operating machinery to cut, bend, and straighten metal parts to supply our upstream departments with parts they need. What you'll be responsible for in this role: Operate all equipment in the sheet metal department, including brake presses, lasers, punch presses, sanders, and deburring machines
Fill all part requirements to complete rounds for the kitting department
Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, angle finders, protractors, and other measuring instruments
Read and follow written and verbal instructions
Read and interpret blueprints and work orders
Perform appropriate preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling
Examine finished work pieces for smoothness, shape, angle, or conformity to specifications and verify dimensions, visually and using hands, rulers, calipers, templates, or gauges
Start machines, adjust controls, and make trial cuts to ensure that machinery is operating properly
Monitor operations of machines and make adjustments to correct problems and ensure conformance to specifications
Work at different workstations as production needs require
Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual's product line or work cell
Perform other duties as assigned To be a great fit for the role: Team oriented
- values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
A passion for getting things right
Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction
Physical Demands:
Occasionally
- Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), Keyboarding, Pinching, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs alone and 75lbs assisted
Frequently - Walking, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Gripping, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 25lbs
Constantly - Standing
- Occasionally
- Occurs up to 1/3 of the time
- Frequently
- Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
- Constantly
- Occurs 2/3 or more of the time