What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Legend Fitness?
Legend Fitness is hiring a full-time Machine Operator to work out of our Knoxville manufacturing facility. Legend Fitness designs, manufactures, and distributes a full line of strength and fitness equipment. We distribute products nationally and internationally and are committed to continuing to be a leader in the strength equipment market.
As a Machine Operator, you will be expected to:
- Be knowledgeable on how to operate metal cutting equipment (saw, grinder, mill, lathe) and other similar metal cutting equipment as needed.
- Have at least 1 year of experience operating equipment in a manufacturing/machine shop environment.
- Read/understand blueprints and technical drawings
- Ability to read and use tape measures, calipers, etc.
- Be able to lift/push/pull at least 75 lbs. in a production environment
- Have outstanding communication, time-management, and organizational skills
- Other tasks/duties may apply per management discretion
Experience, education, and background desired for this position:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move for up to 8 hours per day
- Must pass criminal background check and drug testing
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Compensation and Benefits:
- This is a full-time position (7:00am-3:30pm) Monday through Friday
- Bi-Weekly Pay
- Competitive wage rate
- Overtime eligible
- Excellent health benefits package, including dental and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick days, and public holidays
- 401K offered (with matching) after one year of continuous employment
- Waiting period may apply for some benefits
