Machine Operator II

Machine Operator II

Reporting into the Fabrication supervisor, as Machine Operator II, you will operate all fabricating machines, such as cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, laser, forming machines, spinning machines and punch machines that cut shape and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures.

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Laser machine: Sets-up and operates machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely fashion
• Performs minimal programming on machine
• Cuts and inspects parts for accuracy, places correct stickers on parts and sorts
• Assists in performance of trouble shooting on machine when needed
• Correctly interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Safely and effectively use of hand tools, measuring tape, and machinery
• Operate an overhead crane
• Drive a forklift
• Punching/ Brake machine: Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings correctly
• Sets-up and operates machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely fashion
• Assists in performing trouble shooting on machine when needed
• Safely and effectively use hand tools, measuring tape, and machine equipment
• Performs part programming on machine
• Inspects finished products
• Sharpens tools as needed

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

• Required Experience & Skills
• 3-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3-5 years experience operating fabricating machinery
• Read a tape measure and ruler and convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions
• Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• 3-5 years' experience programming equipment (Laser or brake)
• Meet all product quality requirements
• Ability to use precision hand tools
• Spot welding
• Attention to detail

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting up to 100 pounds; 100+ pounds with assistance
• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, twisting, reaching, working at heights, and using a ladder as required
• Ability of use both hands overhead
• Perform repetitive motions

Plant environment with potential exposure to all types of weather, including excessive heat, excessive cold, and excessive noise

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required

Travel & Working Environment

• Onsite
• The employee will be required to stand and walk for at least 8 hours.
• Regularly be required to push/pull material up to 3000lbs, with assistance of overhead crane.
• Climb stairs, reach and bend regularly
• Occasionally sit, grasp, climb, crawl, twist, and work at heights.
• Occasionally lift, hold and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Manufacturing environment requires use of required Personal Protective Equipment, such as foot, eye and ear protection when in production locations
• Potential exposure to bad weather, excessive heat, and/or excessive noise

About SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $2.2 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX Total Rewards

At SPX, what's in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees' personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

Our Values

Integrity Accountability Excellence Teamwork Results At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

Working At SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.