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Forging Operator - Night Shift

Birmingham Fastener & Supply
Katy, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2025

Forging Operator – Night Shift

Classification: Non-exempt

Reports to: Shop Foreman 

 

Summary

The Forging Operator is responsible for a variety of machine-specific functions—from setting-up equipment, loading materials, operating machinery, to monitoring and optimizing efficiency, maintaining machines and performing quality checks. The ideal candidate, after training is complete, will be able to use precision tools, inspect parts produced for quality, achieve set production goals, and maintain a workplace that is clean and free from safety hazards. This position will involve detailed record keeping, analyzing data/information, having the ability to work independently or in a team environment, critical thinking, and using good judgment in decision-making. Candidate must possess the ability to read and understand information/ideas presented in written form.

Essential Functions/Duties

  1. Observe, follow and maintain a safe working environment.
  2. Set up controls and adjust settings for industrial/manufacturing machines.  
  3. Observe machine operation for machine malfunction and defects.  
  4. Perform safety checks to ensure safety devices are on and in working order (guarding and all safety equipment).        
  5. Perform quality checks and document (where applicable), using simple gages, precision measuring devices and visual inspection.  
  6. Perform daily maintenance on machines and auxiliary equipment.  
  7. Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations.        

Competencies

  1. Ability to maintain positive relations within all levels of the organization.
  2. Ability to communicate, present facts and provide recommendations effectively in oral and written form.
  3. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
  4. Ability to work effectively with or without direct supervision as well as independently or in a team environment.
  5. Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism while under pressure and in the face of adversity
  6. Ability to prioritize and work with accuracy under stress.

Physical/Cognitive Demands

This is largely a physically active role including walking long distances (over uneven surfaces) to/within our production facility, lifting 50lbs or more, and standing for long periods. Position also requires bending, stooping, squatting or standing as necessary. Cognitive abilities required include deductive reasoning, information ordering, oral comprehension, oral expression, problem sensitivity, written comprehension, and written expression.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Hours are Monday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.  Mandatory weekend and overtime hours are required on a recurring basis.

 

Required Education and Experience

  1. High School Diploma or Equivalent
  2. 2 years’ experience operating large machinery.

Preferred Education and Experience

  1. Bilingual English/Spanish language skills is a plus.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

 

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