ASTEC Industries

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Posted: 11/10/2024

Manufacturing

Job description

Machine Operator

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world. This Machine Operator - Wheelabrator position is located at Astec’s Yankton, South Dakota site formerly known as Kolberg-Pioneer.

About This Machine Operator - Wheelabrator Position

The Machine Operator will perform a variety of tasks to fabricate raw steel and metal parts in the production process of heavy and large mechanical products. The Machine Operator will also be responsible for inspecting parts to specifications and making adjustments or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications.
• Currently offering double pay for overtime hours worked.***

Key Activities & Responsibilities of this Machine Operator - Wheelabrator Role
• Knowledgeable in basic machine safety to include proper lifting techniques.
• Basic blueprint reading and math skills (basic geometry to figure angles) and decimals and metric conversions.
• Knowledgeable and able to use tape measure, combination square, levels and radius boards, etc.
• Able to safely use hand tools to include hammer, adjustable wrench, air grinder, pencil grinder, and air wrenches.
• Closely monitor machine while in operation
• Be able to read cut lists (basic reading skills and knowledge of materials – types of steel
• Able to safely operate cranes and forklifts.
• Review operator manual(s) for saw, drill, and mill for safe and appropriate operation (to include preventive maintenance).
• Communicate with other machine operators and team members to guarantee safety on the floor
• Operate the Wheelabrator machine safely and accurately

Skills and Experience Required to be a successful Machine Operator - Wheelabrator
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Relevant trade school or college course work desired.
• Blueprint reading skills desired.
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse, and locate and open/close files .
• Ability to follow verbal instruction and learn how to operate machine, training will be provided.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.
• Must have good troubleshooting skills, be able to maintain quality, and diagnose cutting problems.

Machine Operator - Wheelabrator Pay & Benefits
• Starting Wage of $20.40/hour + 12% Shift Differential
• Improved Sign-On Bonus
• Benefits Start Day 1
• Earn PTO every month
• 9 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Currently offering double pay for overtime hours worked.***

Machine Operator - Wheelabrator Work Schedule
• Week 1: Monday – Thursday: 2:55 P.M. to 1:30 A.M.
• No work on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday unless working overtime.