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AXE Steel/AXE Energy Services
Lead Machine Operator
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A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$36,679 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Lead Machine Operator AXE Steel/AXE Energy Services Midland, TX Job Details Full-time $25.70 - $30.95 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Professional development assistance Qualifications Press brake machine Machine setup CNC lathe Cutting CNC laser cutting Forklift High school diploma or GED CNC milling machine Plasma cutting Plasma cutters Materials handling Leadership Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description Company Description AXE Steel, LLC is a leading structural and oil and gas steel fabricator in Texas, committed to integrity, quality, and excellence. We take pride in delivering high-quality fabricated steel on time while upholding the highest ethical standards. Job Description Structural and oil & gas steel fabrication Machine operation and production machinery Blueprint, diagram, and cut-sheet interpretation Drill lines, brake presses, burn tables, anglematic, shears, duplicators, transfer tables, etc. Material inspection and quality control Machine setup, adjustment, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance Overhead crane, forklift, and material handling OSHA and workplace safety compliance Meeting production deadlines while maintaining accuracy Leadership/lead-operator experience Preventive maintenance and diagnosing machine faults Working with steel and different material types
Minimum Starting Salary:
$25.00 to $30.00 per hour - depending on experience.Weekends:
Monday-Friday7:00am-4:30pmEssential Functions:
Rigorously inspect materials before, during, and after processing to ensure quality control of the finished product Read and interpret written instructions from manufacturing work orders and cut-sheets Ensure machines are operating properly and safely Provides basic maintenance to the machine(s) to properly operate Prepare materials to be processed and mounted coil in the hub Operate hoists and check periodically to plan preventative maintenance assigned to the truck production functions Runs full diagnosis and treatment of faults and/or situations that affect the functioning of the designated machine Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Comply with Company and OSHA policies Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge and ability to distinguish different types of materials. Knowledge of metal and basic shop fabrication equipment. Ability to read and understand blueprints, diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer's instructions, engineering specifications, and troubleshooting malfunctions. Ability to operate forklift, overhead crane, and tractor-trailer Ability to withstand pressure and adapt to changes Ability to multi-task while meeting strict deadlinesQualifications Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent Two years of experience operating various types of production machinery.Physical Requirements:
Frequent prolonged standing, be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual agility, coordination, and stamina.Pay:
$25.70 - $30.95 per hourBenefits:
Professional development assistanceExperience:
Plasma cutting: 1 year (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance