1st shift Main Machine Operetor

Founded in 2014 by two successful entrepreneurs, UPG Enterprises LLC is a high growth, privately held operator of world-class diversified industrial businesses. Our family of companies has been built from more than 15 acquisitions in the metals, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics segments.  Approaching $1.5B in annual revenue, the UPG portfolio of companies operates more than 3 million square feet of manufacturing space, a fleet of 200+ trucks, and over 21 production facilities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. We take a long-term approach to business and pride ourselves on having a lasting foundation built upon a strong culture, mutual respect, excellent team, and an innovative entrepreneurial spirit.

Metalex powered by UPG is a growing steel service center that has been in business for almost 60 years. Metalex is looking to hire a Main Machine Operator to join our dynamic team! Successful candidates will ideally have worked in the steel industry (but not required) and have a solid level of experience with the types of specialized products and services produced by steel service centers. We are looking for a detail-oriented candidate that is eager to learn and grow in this fast-paced environment. We strive to build strong relationships with our customers by providing a high level of service, value-add opportunities, and professionalism in all interactions, allowing us to become a valued member of their supply chain and production teams.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform set up and machine operations duties as required in a safe manner.
• Read and interpret drawings and routings to determine requirements such as size of material, type of material and the quantity to be made.
• Involves setting stops, adjusting maintain setups to make quality parts.
• Parts should be checked on previous operations during present operation, such as burrs, missing holes, or any other defects.
• Routing packets should be filled out completely, with the inspection checklist completed and included.
• The move ticket needs to be filled out and attached to load.
• Required to report hours and production quantities in the applicable system.
• Use the safest procedure for handling and stacking material and moving the material with a cart, hand truck or forklift as necessary.
• Perform quality inspections and tracking of material utilizing appropriate measuring instruments and tools.
• Ensure that standard operating procedures are adhered to.
• Comply with all health and safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Position Requirements 

• 2+ years’ experience in machine operation, set up, mechanical position within a manufacturing environment preferred. High level of mechanical aptitude required.
• Understanding of quality requirement and of ISO 9001:2015 procedures.
• Experience working with Lean Manufacturing Principles and Concepts preferred.
• Knowledge of department procedures and applicable system transactions.
• Able to read and understand blueprints, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Knowledge of company policies, shops, and safety rules.
• Knowledge of the care and use of inspection devices and tools.
• Perform basic shop floor mathematics.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong motivation, high energy, and ability to work independently or with a team.
• As required, ability to perform repetitive bending, kneeling, and lift cumbersome and or heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

UPG Enterprises LLC and its Affiliates is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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