Brake Press Operator / Machine Operator

Pay - IAM member starts at $24.98 to Top Rate of $28.35Position Summary:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and/or ability as listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions of the Job:

Setup and operate brake press folding machine to consistently produce work of accepted quality at a productive work pace on any job assigned

Operate overhead and walk behind cranes.

Operate power industrial trucks.

Read and properly interpret blueprints.

Check work with measuring instruments.

Perform related tasks, including routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, recordkeeping and any other duties as assigned by supervision.

Plan and perform diversified work of average complexity with frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.

Practice safe work habits including PPE requirements and all safety rules.

Comply with plant rules and attendance rules.

Prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands and requirements efficiently without losing composure.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to count accurately and have basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).

Ability to read, write legibly and carry out verbal and written instructions.

Ability to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner as needed to complete assigned duties.

Ability to use CRT/computer/bar code reader to retrieve and/or input data.

Ability to plan work to maximize utilization of equipment.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to setup and operate brake press folding machine to consistently produce work of accepted quality at a productive work pace on any job assigned

Ability to operate overhead and walk behind cranes.

Ability to operate power industrial trucks.

Ability to read and properly interpret blueprints.

Ability to check work with measuring instruments.

Ability to perform related tasks, including routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, recordkeeping and any other duties as assigned by supervision.

Ability to plan and perform diversified work of average complexity with frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.

Ability to practice safe work habits, including PPE requirements and all safety rules.

Ability to comply with plant rules and attendance rules.

Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of GMS and safety systems to ensure compliance.

Alamo Group Core Competencies For Leaders Include:

Leading Change / Change Management: Ability to drive improvement of team, division, and corporate goals and objectives through people. Ability to balance change and continually strive to improve business performance.

Leading People / Teamwork: Ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employees' potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the team, division, and corporate objectives.

Communication: Ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. The ability to develop internal and external networks and identify the issues that impact the work of the organization.

Business Acumen: Understands and interprets business financials and metrics, and utilizes latest business strategies. Focuses on outcomes and creates opportunities for success. Acquires and utilizes human, financial, material and information resources effectively.

Results Driven: Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and the implementation and evaluation of business metrics, systems, policies, and program; stressing accountability and continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:High school diploma or GEDOne year of work experience in a heavy, industrial manufacturing environment preferred.Working Conditions:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist/turn, bend/squat, climb, reach below knees and reach above shoulders on a continuous basis.

Frequent use of powered material handling equipment.

Frequently required to lift/carry up to 15lbs unassisted, occasionally lift/carry 16-50lbs unassisted.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Why should you work at Gradall?

Competitive wages

Generous Benefits package including

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Sick and Accident Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401k Retirement Plan

Opportunities for training and development

Advancement Opportunities

Please apply today!Gradall is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).