Posted 7 days ago
Lead, Machine Operator
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Lead Machine Operator manages shipping line personnel and workflow in the IG Department, setting up machines to drill, cut, temper, or laminate glass panels while ensuring safety and quality.
About this role
Come Join Us!
From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.
Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.
What You’ll Get to Do
The Lead Machine Operator is focused on handling the shipping line personnel as well as the shipping work flow and reports to the Production Supervisor.
This role is perfect for an individual who has attention to detail (safety, quality, efficiency), strong work ethic/reliability, and is a problem solver. A vital member of the IG Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.
Job responsibilities include:
- Ensure that all personnel, prior to start of shift, are wearing the correct safety equipment and that safety awareness is maintained.
- Set up a machine to drill holes, cutouts, temper or laminate glass panels according to work orders, fabrication sheets, and schedules.
- Read labels, sketches, system programs and perform spatial visualization interpretation.
- Complete daily work sheets and forms, calculating and measuring for hole size and placement.
- Perform different job functions on a rotating basis.
What We Are Looking For
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate paperwork and labels.
- Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements and effectively use a tape measure.
- Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule including working weekends as necessary.
- One year of previous work experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or production facility, preferred.
- An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace. At OBE we have each other’s back.
What OBE Offers You
- Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
- Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
- Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
- Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.
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