Machine Tool Operator

Job Title

This role involves operating various metalworking machines, including threaders, band saws, chamfering tools, punch presses, bending machines, and welding equipment. This position requires experience in metal fabrication, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality parts.

This position reports to: Operations Team Leader

This position has direct reports: None

Location: Salem, OR

FLSA Hourly/Salary: Starting Hourly pay $19-$21 per hour

Essential Functions:

• Commit to FIELD's Mission Statement, Core Values, and Fieldamentals.
• Operate and maintain threaders, drill press, band saws, bolt threader, and cutting tools to ensure precision in material preparation.
• Set up and operate an iron worker.
• Perform chamfering, punching, and bending operations as required by project specifications.
• Execute MIG/TIG welding and assembly processes to create finished metal components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work order documents to ensure accuracy.
• Operate a forklift in a warehouse environment, to deliver parts and product to multiple areas as needed.
• Inspect and measure fabricated parts to meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Follow safety protocols and machine maintenance procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to improve workflow and production efficiency.

Education, Skills and Experience Required:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Polite and professional manner.
• Experience in metal fabrication, machining, or a related field.
• Proficiency in operating threading machines, saws, press punches, and welding equipment.
• Ability to operate an RF warehouse scanner.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.
• Knowledge of metal properties, welding techniques, and fabrication processes.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with regulations.

Additional Skills Preferred:

• Certification in TIG welding or metal fabrication is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Field provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.