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Machine Operator

MASTER DO NOT USE
Henderson, CO Other
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

Job Details

Level:    Experienced
Job Location:    Henderson, CO
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    High School
Salary Range:    $22.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Job Shift:    Swing

Description

Merritt Trailers, Inc. is family owned/operated and professionally managed. Merritt isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to contribute your talents and take pride in a job well done! With almost 70 years of representing the quality standard by which all livestock semi-trailers are judged, we know how to value each and every associate, empowering them to create and innovate solutions for our customers and community.

We are looking for strong, standout candidates, with the desire and motivation to elevate themselves and our organization. If you are passionate about making a difference and being part of an exceptional team that is shaping the future. 

Employee Benefits: 

  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Generous Employer Contributions to Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
  • Company paid life insurance and additional voluntary life available
  • 401(k) with company match

The hiring range for this position is $20.00 to $24.00 $2.00 Night Shift Differential! Dependent on experience.

The Machine Operator position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a wide variety of production equipment.

Key responsibilities include producing high quality work according to work instructions, meeting daily production schedules, demonstrating strong knowledge of production processes, preventative equipment maintenance, plant organization, safety and continuous improvement.

Reports To: Fabrication Leadman

Key Responsibilities
 

While working a variety of machines like brake press, miter saw, drill press, Amada Turret Punch Press, Noch Press, Sheer

Quality of Work
• Accurately interprets work orders to select the correct materials and perform equipment set-up
• Performs first piece and random inspections of completed work according to Company quality standards
• Proactively identifies defects or equipment issues to minimize scrap materials and rework of parts

Work Schedules
• Completes all assigned tasks according to work order estimates and their daily production schedule
• Identifies the most efficient way to safely complete their scheduled assignments
• Displays reliable attendance and schedules time-off with advance notice

Production Knowledge
• Skilled at all aspects of operating their equipment, including advanced set-up, equipment programming and efficiently transitioning between orders
• Takes good care of the equipment under their responsibility and performs preventative maintenance according to schedule
• Cross trained to skillfully operate a variety of production equipment, cranes and forklifts

Regulations & Safety
• Always correctly uses the proper personal protective equipment
• Maintains safe work habits and performs required safety inspections according to Company safety procedures
• Aware of their surroundings and avoids potential hazards or dangerous situations

Organization
• Maintains a clean/organized work area and promptly removes scrap materials
• Organizes all tools, fixtures and equipment so they are easily accessible
• Correctly attaches identifying work orders with the associated completed parts

Process Improvements
• Identifies and suggests ways for the Company to improve the efficiency and quality of production
• Effectively assists with implementing and supporting improvements to production processes

Qualifications


2 years of experienced preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints and/or engineering drawings required.
• Ability to use tape measure required.
• Experience with hand tools in a manufacturing environment required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Random drug testing required after employment.

Salary : $22 - $24

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