Machine Operator

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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 Machine Operator is focused on operating various types of equipment to prepare glass for the next department and/or the end user customer. This could be operating cutting equipment, grinding/polishing, CNC and/or a tempering furnace and reports to the Production Supervisor.

This role is perfect for an individual who has an attention to detail (safety, quality, efficiency) strong work ethic/reliability and is a problem solver.  A vital member of the Fabrication Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.

Job responsibilities include:

• On/off-loading of the product from tables, rolling racks, delivery trucks, doors assembly, or wood crates.
• Review work orders and load the proper data into the machine computer software.
• Adhere to production requirements.
• Adhere to the quality control plan.
• Visually inspect each piece of glass to ensure there are no imperfections.
• Ability to operate a variety of production equipment (i.e. grinders, CNC machines, tempering oven, robotic equipment).
• Attach appropriate labels and tags to products and packages.
• Read and interpret basic mathematical measurements while effectively using a tape measure to verify correct dimensions.

What We Are Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have 1-2 years of prior machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work with deadlines; ability to work overtime when required.
• Work performed inside a production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs unassisted.
• Ability to stand on your feet for 8-10 hours per day on a concrete floor.
• Noise levels in the work environment can be moderate to high.
• The plant facility is subject to the same climate conditions of the region (heat, cold, humidity, etc.

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

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