Machine Operator, Katy

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Set up, calibrate, and operate fabrication machinery, including but not limited to: press brakes, shears, band saws, drill presses, and grinders, sandblasters. Load and position raw metal sheets, tubes, or bars into machines manually or using overhead cranes/forklifts. Monitor machine cycles and operations to detect any malfunctions or defects, adjusting settings as necessary.Perform material prep work, including deburring, cutting, grinding, beveling, and cleaning rust or scale off metal surfaces. Experience: 13 years of experience operating metal fabrication machinery in a manufacturing or job shop environment. Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.Proficiency with precision measuring tools (calipers, tape measures, squares). Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, and stand, bend, or stoop for extended periods. Strong basic math skills, including fractions and decimals, for part measurement and machine setup.