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StoneAge

Machine Shop Material Handler

Durango, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Machine Shop Material Handler JOB SUMMARY This position's primary responsibility is pulling ... This position reports to the Lead Machinist. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Complete saw and picking ...

stoneagehold

Machine Shop Material Handler

Durango, CO

$15.50 - $19/hr

Machine Shop Material Handler JOB SUMMARY This position's primary responsibility is pulling ... This position reports to the Lead Machinist. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Complete saw and picking ...

King Soopers

CHEESE SHOP/LEAD CLERK

Longmont, CO · On-site

Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Safariland

Machinist (Level 2)

Golden, CO

$21.25 - $29/hr

NFT Machine Shop - Basic understanding of G and M codes. * Level 2 Certification in MasterCam. [NFT ... want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest ...

Safariland

Machinist (Level 2)

Golden, CO · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

NFT Machine Shop - Basic understanding of G and M codes. * Level 2 Certification in MasterCam. [NFT ... want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest ...

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What is the difference between Associate Machine Shop Lead vs Machine Shop Technician?

AspectAssociate Machine Shop LeadMachine Shop Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications often required
Work EnvironmentLead role in a machine shop, overseeing operationsHands-on work in machining and equipment maintenance
Employer UsageSupervises and coordinates shop activitiesPerforms machining tasks and equipment troubleshooting
Common Search IntentLeadership, oversight, and coordinationTechnical skills, machining, and maintenance

The Associate Machine Shop Lead typically oversees shop operations, coordinating team activities and ensuring quality. In contrast, the Machine Shop Technician focuses on hands-on machining, equipment maintenance, and technical tasks. Both roles require technical skills and certifications, but the lead position emphasizes supervision and coordination, while the technician role emphasizes technical proficiency and operational support.

What are the most commonly searched types of Machine Shop Lead jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Machine Shop Lead jobs in Colorado are:
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Infographic showing various Associate Machine Shop Lead job openings in Colorado as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.
Machine Shop Material Handler

Machine Shop Material Handler

StoneAge

Durango, CO • On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

StoneAge Holdings is the global leader in designing and manufacturing high-pressure waterblast tooling and automated, IoT-enabled/robotic equipment, based in Durango, CO, with five subsidiaries in four countries. Think squirt guns on steroids run by humans and robots!StoneAge Holdings includes StoneAge Tools and Warthog Nozzles, trusted brands known worldwide for their durability, performance, and innovation in industrial cleaning applications. We are an innovative, employee-owned company that aims to change our industry and the world through advancing technical products and services - and with our unique, people-centric culture.
Machine Shop Material Handler
JOB SUMMARY
This position's primary responsibility is pulling, issuing, sawing, staging, and returning raw material to the rightful storage location; keeping material storage orderly; and maintaining an accurate accounting of material used on each job. This position is required to follow all StoneAge safety guidelines to produce products that will meet or exceed StoneAge and customer specifications. This is a fast-paced position, working to keep all material needs met. All duties are to be performed with the goal of continuous improvement, especially regarding quality, efficiency, work area, and personal growth. The Machine Shop Material Handler shall exemplify and foster the StoneAge OWN IT mindset, values, and self-leadership principles.
This position reports to the Lead Machinist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Complete saw and picking operations while meeting requirements for machining and welding.
  • Perform and record ongoing inventory cycle counts, adjusting accordingly.
  • Evaluate and correct inventory discrepancies.
  • Work closely with Lead Machinist and Production Coordination to pull, issue, and stage work orders by priority.
  • Work with Machinists, assuring their material needs are met.
  • Generate and maintain correct labeling for parts.
  • Coordinate the stocking and delivery of raw materials with the Receiving Department and Purchasing Department.
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining traceability program as outlined by engineering for raw
material.
  • Perform ongoing evaluation of warehousing needs with direct communication to Lead for space, facility, and work environment requirements.
  • Assist in Department coverage as needed for Manufacturing.
  • Complete assigned work orders that require light machining or welding.
  • Complete 1st article inspection with Machinist II or above on all orders.
  • Complete daily maintenance on machines; continually keep a neat workspace, store tools when not in use, and keep the shop clean. Workspace will be clean, orderly, and tools returned to their home before leaving at the end of the shift.
  • Return raw material to the rightful storage location and keep material storage orderly. Must maintain an accurate accounting of material used on every job. Notify the Lead Machinist of any material discrepancies.
  • Follow proper paperwork procedures. Maintain accurate records in EPICOR concerning time to complete the job, completed quantity, and any scrap quantity.
  • Communicate time off requests, as well as personnel and shop issues to the Lead Machinist.
    • Expected to work a consistent, dependable schedule with advance notice of time off requests whenever possible.
  • Perform other duties required or requested by Lead Machinist.
  • Be a team player and work with others in problem-solving, including but not limited to shop team, production, quality control, engineering, sales, and shipping.
  • Always strive to produce quality work.
  • Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees, communicate, and interact effectively with management and team members at all levels through both verbal and written means.
  • Demonstrates the "Own It" mindset
    • Be a Great Teammate
    • Practice Self-Leadership
    • Deliver on the StoneAge Assurance Promise

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
The Raw Material Handler must:
  • Understand procedures for First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory method.
  • Working knowledge of Epicor and Microsoft software.
  • Have a working knowledge of Saws, cutting speeds/feeds, and blade selection. Can perform blade changes and any maintenance scheduled or required to maintain accuracy and reliability.
  • Simple measuring tool use.
  • Have a good mechanical aptitude and be trainable.
  • Minimal machining or welding experience preferred.
  • Able to read and interpret engineering prints.
  • Able to use and care for measuring tools.
  • Must be able to learn from mistakes made and scrapped parts to prevent reoccurrences in the future.
OTHER INFORMATION
  • A Machine Shop Material Handler is expected to possess an ownership mentality and be a Leader in the following areas but not limited to Safety, Housekeeping, Continuous Improvement activities, Professionalism, Ethical and Moral behavior.
  • Extended working hours may be needed during peak seasons.
  • Must be able to lift heavy loads using proper lifting techniques as outlined in the StoneAge Safety Policies.
  • We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Diversity at our company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.
THE SHOP TEAM CULTURE
  • We are passionate about customer service.
  • We are a hardworking, trustworthy, team that brings 100% every day - you'll never hear "it isn't our job".
  • We are agile, embrace change, strive to be our best, and think creatively to solve problems.
  • We bring joy, fun, and humor to our daily work. Attitude is contagious, we try to leave behind a positive one.
  • We listen to understand, respect others, and collaborate.
TEAM CULTURE
  • Customer-Focused: Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service.
  • Dedicated: Hardworking, trustworthy, and committed to giving 100% daily. "It's not my job" doesn't exist here.
  • Adaptable and Creative: Agile in the face of change, striving for excellence, and thinking creatively to solve problems.
  • Positive and Fun: Bring joy, humor, and a contagious positive attitude to the workplace.
  • Respectful and Collaborative: Listen to understand, respect others, and foster a spirit of teamwork.

We are an employee-owned company with profit-sharing and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP"), in which shares of company stock are allocated to eligible employees each year.
Our "Own It" mindset captures what many of us consider the biggest benefit of all: a highly engaged, collaborative workplace where everyone matters and every employee makes a significant impact.
Please visit our website at www.stoneagetools.com to get a better sense of our company and our employee-owned culture!

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