Machine Operator II - 3rd shift

Required Skills & Experience

Ability to work safely with hand and/or power tools Strong attendance and reliability Ability to work in a physically demanding production environment Ability to consistently work the assigned shift Availability for overtime and Saturday production when required

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Manufacturing or production experience - Sheet-metal fabrication experience - Brake press operation experience - Punch press operation experience - Laser cutting experience - CNC machinery experience - Blueprint/print reading experience - Caliper and gauge use experience - Metal fabrication experience -

Job Description

Position Overview IG is seeking Machine Operator II employees to support its manufacturing operation in Keosauqua, Iowa. This position is well suited for candidates who enjoy hands-on mechanical work and have previous manufacturing, production, machine operation, fabrication, CNC, or industrial experience. Candidates do not need to enter the position already knowing every piece of equipment. New employees receive approximately 8 weeks of training, are partnered with an experienced employee, and initially learn one machine before having opportunities to cross-train.

Responsibilities

Operate manufacturing and production machinery safely and efficiently Work with sheet metal and manufactured components throughout the production process Cut, bend, form, and process parts according to production requirements Set up or assist with setting up manufacturing equipment Monitor machinery to ensure parts are being produced correctly Measure completed parts against required specifications Use tape measures, rulers, calipers, gauges, squares, and similar measuring equipment Read and interpret basic prints, drawings, or manufacturing instructions Identify defects, incorrect measurements, and other potential quality issues Use hand and power tools as required Follow established safety, quality, and production procedures Maintain productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Cross-train on additional manufacturing equipment as skills develop Work overtime and Saturdays when production requirements dictate Relevant Equipment Experience

Previous experience with any of the following can be valuable:

Punch presses Brake presses / press brakes Laser cutting machinery CNC equipment Cutting equipment Saws Production presses Sheet-metal machinery Fabrication equipment Similar industrial/production machinery Specific experience with every machine is not required.