About the role
Description
Manufacturing Machine Operator
Owensville, MO | Full-Time | 2nd Shift (3:30 PM - 12:00 AM)
Starting at $18/hour+ depending on experience and work history
Additional $2.50/hour Shift Premium
Overtime and Saturdays as needed
At Jahabow, we manufacture commercial-grade display cases and fixtures for some of the nation's largest retailers, including Walmart, Sam's Club, Kohl's, and Academy.
We're looking for a Machine Operator with previous experience operating manufacturing equipment, such as metal saws, punch presses, mills, CNC machines, or similar machinery. Experience can come from a manufacturing environment, fabrication shop, maintenance role, agricultural operation, trade work, or a personal workshop.
We will train the right candidate on our specific equipment and processes, but applicants should have prior experience operating machinery and be mechanically inclined.
What You'll Do
- Operate aluminum processing equipment, including saws, punch presses, mills, and CNC machinery
- Load materials and run jobs according to specifications
- Read work orders, blueprints, and production instructions
- Inspect finished products using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Perform routine machine maintenance and cleaning
- Troubleshoot minor machine issues and communicate concerns to supervisors
- Complete production and quality documentation
- Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience operating manufacturing or fabrication equipment
- Ability to accurately read a tape measure
- Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills
- Ability to read blueprints and work instructions
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand throughout the shift
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CNC equipment
Forklift experience or certification
- Experience with quality inspections and measurement tools
- Experience working with aluminum or metal fabrication
Why Join Jahabow?
Full-time, stable employment
- 2nd shift schedule with a
- $2.50/hour shift premium
- Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Optional supplemental insurance plans
- 401(k) with company contribution after 90 days
- Paid time off after 90 days
- Opportunities to expand your manufacturing skills and grow your career
Work Environment
- Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and moving equipment. Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves.
- Jahabow is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Apply today if you have experience operating manufacturing equipment and want to join a team that values quality, craftsmanship, and safety.