Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Machine Operator

LeJeune Steel Company is focused on becoming the pre-eminent structural steel provider in North America focused on delivering large, complicated and fast-track projects. We are a group of forward-thinking, focused, knowledgeable individuals that are looking to grow our exceptional team.

Our Core Promise:

To  Outdo .

We tackle every project with uncompromising tenacity and unmatched mastery, making our customers’ vision a reality. Building the tallest, coolest, never-been-done-before buildings takes courage and strength. You have to be smarter than everyone else. Not just book smart, but hard knocks smart – living it smart. Because the best solutions to the trickiest problems don’t just happen. You get there by tackling the impossible, working around it, designing through it and engineering it into reality. And not just by doing it, 

But by Outdoing it.

Our Values:

• Caring and enduring relationships with others
• Honesty and integrity
• Excellence, nothing less
• Enjoying our work
• Safety, health and well-being of all of our employees
• Combining small company abilities with large company advantages

What We Are:

• Relentless
• Forward-Thinking
• Focused
• Strong
• Knowledgeable 

Description

At LeJeune Steel Company, our people are our most important resource. We're looking for a highly motivated Machine Operator to program, set up, and operate various CNC Machines.

Responsibilities:

• Processes material to specifications and coordinates with production control.
• Program equipment includes zero and reference points, setting tool registers and offsets, and calculating requirements, including basic math and geometry.
• Operates overhead hoists to position materials to be processed.
• Completes regular calibrations and verifies the accuracy of the machine during processing.
• Maintains specifications by observing cutting, beveling, drilling, taking measurements, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, adjusting and reprogramming controls, replacing worn consumables and tools, and adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting repairs, and calling for repairs.
• Maintains communication among work shifts by documenting actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
• Maintains workstation by keeping the work area free of debris and clutter, including scrap materials.
• Obtain certifications to operate overhead cranes daily and forklift as instructed. 
• Analyzes blueprints and specifications to verify layout and required operations.
• Download CNC files from the network to the machine.
• Performs required quality control checks on finished products.
• Off loads material from the machine center with overhead cranes.
• Finishes and packages material for delivery to subsequent operations.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge in oxy-fuel and plasma cutting.
• Knowledge of basic drill/saw feed rates and speeds.
• Efficient in inventory and waste controls.
• Basic LEAN manufacturing knowledge or the ability to obtain 5-S certification within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to use electronic devices such as iPad or tablet to complete work.
• Exceptional communication skills, writing skills, interpersonal skills, and ethical mindset.
• Adept at problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Basic mathematic skills are required.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.

Physical Demands:  

• Ability to keep hand and arm steady while moving or holding hand and arm in one position.
• Ability to quickly move hand, hand and arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. 
• Ability to see details at close range with or without prescription glasses.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
• Ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Ability to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body Is in motion. 
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly, occasionally lift greater than 50 lbs. with the support of other team members. 
• Ability to stand on hard surfaces for 10+ hours daily, 5 days a week, in steel or composite-toed boots with metatarsal guards. 
• Ability to grasp and handle grinders, cutters, torches, and welding equipment for extensive periods.

Benefits and Compensation:

This role is based out of our Barronett office. This position is eligible for profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family.  

Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Wellness Program
• 401K with employer match
• Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous paid time off
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

APi Group is committed to complying with all laws prohibiting discrimination in employment and to providing equal employment opportunity to applicants and employees without discrimination on the basis of sex/gender, age, disability, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, military/veteran status, or other protected characteristics as defined by local, state, and federal law.   In keeping with this commitment, APi Group will provide reasonable accommodations in the application process to otherwise qualified applicants with a disability.  

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation of disability in connection with the application process should contact Total Rewards and People Services at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or email   View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

All qualified applicants with LeJeune Steel Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran .