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Machine operator 1st Shift
AI Summary
A machine operator on the 1st shift at Dave Steel Company runs CNC equipment per shop drawings and specs, monitors quality, and performs routine maintenance to produce fabricated metal parts.
About this role
Since 1929, Dave Steel Company, a Walters Group Company, has primarily focused on industrial projects requiring expert fabrication, exceptional quality, and exemplary service across the United States. As Dave Steel grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our vision, mission and core values.
We are incredibly proud of our projects,to name a few: Sierra Nevada Brewery in Asheville, NC, the Mission Hospital Cancer Center in Asheville, NC, The ASU End Zone in Boone, NC, and the Pratt Whitney Building in Asheville, NC.
We're an AISC Certified Fabricator in business since 1929. We are committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.
If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all the criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to a Machine Supervisor, The Machine Operator will be responsible for but not limited to:
- Read and interpret shop drawings, weld symbols and specifications as needed for specific.
- Efficient use of machining techniques and methods to set up machinery for production.
- Efficient operation of CNC Equipment.
- Effective following of CNC Equipment Operational and Processing procedures.
- Download proper operating program and make minor adjustments to maintain product specifications.
- Assure that necessary tools are installed for processing.
- Assure positioning of materials prior to entry to the machinery.
- Monitor for any problems and regularly check product to specifications.
- Make minor adjustments as needed or seek assistance for resolving difficult operating problems.
- Assure that specifications are met and quality of product is acceptable.
- Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean, organized and well maintained.
- Routine maintenance as deemed “Attendant Maintenance”
- Other duties as determined by Supervisor.
Work Location:
- Chesnee Fabrication Facility
- 1st Shift
- Monday to Friday
Position Requirements:
- Ability to read and follow written instructions.
- Must have good math skills and be able to add or subtract feet.
- Valid Driver's License.
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