Manufacturing Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Company: EBway LLC
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $18.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, overtime opportunities as available. 7am - 4:30pm

About EBway

EBway LLC is an established precision metal manufacturing company in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with approximately 60 years of experience producing high-quality metal components for industrial customers.

We operate a variety of manufacturing equipment, including hydraulic stamping presses, CNC machines, and other precision machinery.

We are looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined Machine Operator to join our production team.

Previous metal stamping experience is NOT required. We are willing to train the right person.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with machine operating experience who wants to learn additional technical skills, advance their career, and become a skilled stamping press setup operator.

Job Description

As a Machine Operator at EBway, you will be responsible for operating industrial manufacturing equipment, inspecting finished parts, monitoring production, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

You will receive hands-on training from experienced employees to learn how to operate and eventually set up our precision metal stamping presses.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with machinery, understands basic mechanical concepts, pays attention to detail, and takes pride in producing quality work.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic stamping presses and other industrial manufacturing equipment.

• Load and unload metal parts and raw materials.

• Monitor machines during production to ensure they are operating correctly.

• Inspect finished parts for quality, appearance, and dimensional accuracy.

• Use basic measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

• Follow written work instructions, production schedules, and quality procedures.

• Identify and report machine problems, defective parts, or unusual operating conditions.

• Assist experienced operators with machine setups, tooling changes, and material handling.

• Record production quantities and complete required paperwork.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

• Work with supervisors and other team members to meet production goals.

Opportunities for Training and Advancement

At EBway, we believe in developing employees and promoting from within.

The person hired for this position will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in:

• Setting up hydraulic metal stamping presses.

• Installing and changing stamping dies and tooling.

• Operating and adjusting automatic coil-feeding equipment.

• Reading mechanical drawings and manufacturing specifications.

• Adjusting machine settings and production parameters.

• Troubleshooting mechanical and production problems.

• Using precision measuring equipment and performing quality inspections.

• Learning advanced metal stamping processes and techniques.

Our goal is to train the right individual to become an independent Stamping Press Setup Operator, a higher-skilled position with greater earning potential.

Qualifications

Required:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.

• Ability to follow instructions and work safely around industrial machinery.

• Good attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to learn new equipment and manufacturing processes.

Preferred but NOT required:

• Previous experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating CNC machines, stamping presses, hydraulic presses, or similar industrial equipment.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, calipers, or micrometers.

• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and machine adjustments.

• Experience reading blueprints or technical drawings.

• Forklift experience.

We encourage applicants with mechanical backgrounds to apply, even if they have never worked in metal stamping.

Experience in machining, automotive repair, industrial maintenance, equipment operation, or other mechanical trades may be beneficial.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work around industrial equipment for extended periods.

• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive manufacturing tasks.

• Ability to lift and move materials within established safety limits, with assistance or lifting equipment when needed.

• Ability to work safely around moving machinery and metal components.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and Career Growth

• Starting pay: $18.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience.
  
  
• Full-time, steady employment.

• Paid, hands-on technical training.

• Opportunities for overtime based on production needs.

• Opportunities for pay increases as new skills are developed.

• Potential advancement into a skilled Stamping Press Setup Operator position.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with their hands and figuring out how machines work.

• Has a strong work ethic and shows up on time.

• Wants to learn a valuable technical skill.

• Takes responsibility for the quality of their work.

• Is interested in building a long-term career in manufacturing.

You do not need to know how to set up a stamping press before joining EBway. We will teach you.

If you are mechanically inclined, dependable, and motivated to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today to join the EBway manufacturing team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.