Machine Operator Jobs in Columbia, PA (NOW HIRING)

Machine Operator starting pay $19.50 --- NEWLY INCREASED!

Located in Leola, PA we are Dexco Racking, manufacturer of Dexco Structural Steel I-Beam Racking Systems. We are a well-established, successful, and growing metal fabrication company that has been in business since 1962. We engineer and manufacture structural steel racking systems to safely meet nearly any weight requirement. Our racks are ideal for storing industrial materials such as lumber, coils, dies, pipe tubing, bar stock, sheet metal and glass supporting loads ranging from 2,000 to 80,000 pounds. Our racks deliver well-engineered and reliable solutions for all varieties of industrial storage. With our focus on safety, superior quality and great people ... our racks are built to last!

Join a leader in the Material Handling and Storage industry. Ross Industrial is recognized across the country for its ability to engineer and manufacture vertical storage solutions for heavy-duty industrial applications.

We are currently seeking experienced machine operators for 1st and 2nd shifts.

We are a fast-paced metal fabricating facility and we are looking for experienced and entry-level candidates looking to get into metals manufacturing or perhaps looking to make a change to their current work situation.

Our ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, preferably in metals manufacturing, or the desire to learn and grow.

· We will train you if you do not have experience and we promote cross-training in our facilities for individuals who show promise and desire to learn ---- what do you need:

· A positive attitude

· The ability to work in a physically demanding environment

· Be a team player

· Have the motivation to strive for continual improvement and willingness to be a part of a team looking to move our cultural forward.

Metal Fabrication Machine Operator Responsibilities:

- Learn to set up and operate a variety of equipment as you build your metalworking skills.

- Fabricate parts operating the Stripit brake press, Peddinghaus shearing machine, Pacific punch press. horizontal saws or robotic welder.

- Check parts produced according to work ticket to ensure all parts are in tolerance with customer specifications.

- Machine set-up knowledge is a plus.

All positions require:

- maintaining a safe work environment;

- able to read and use a tape measure

- understanding and reading blueprints.

- repetitive lifting up to 50lbs;

- the ability to stand, be mobile and physically able to handle and transport materials during 8-hour shift;

- Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring to Ross:

• Attendance - On time and at work on all scheduled workdays (including OT)
• Positive attitude - we are looking for candidates who want to learn, have fun, and do a great job at work with their team members.
• Ambition - the ideal candidate can’t be afraid to ask questions, will take notes, and will show interest in learning new things once tasks assigned have been mastered.
• Ability to read and understand written/verbal instructions.

Competitive Pay & Benefits Package Included:

Work Schedule:

• 1st shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm Mon - Fri
• 2nd shift: 2:00pm – 10:00pm Mon – Fri ($1.50 differential)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.50 --- NEWLY INCREASED!

Benefits:

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health Insurance (Capital BlueCross)
• Vision Insurance (NVA through Capital BlueCross)
• Dental Insurance (United Concordia)
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO and Holiday)
• NO WAIT PERIOD FOR BENEFITS

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

** Need to be able to work Overtime as required including occasionally MANDATORY Saturdays **

Language Skills - The work requires you to be able to follow verbal instructions as well as read and understand production documentation that details what needs to be completed on each part, the information is in English, so reading, understanding, and writing in English is a requirement in order to complete the tasks at hand.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, sit, balance, lift, and talk or hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; assist with team lifts up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing is an important part of working in the job environment safely. The employee must be able to hear instruction, warnings, buzzers and alarms.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions, i.e. hot inside during the summer months; cold inside during the winter months. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.50 and 2nd shift differential

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Leola, PA 17540: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Ross Industrial LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Ross Industrial, LLC takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.