Job Summary: Tends fabricating machines such as cutoff saws, shears, benders, presses, spinning machines, or others that cut, shape, coat and/or bend metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule or template. Positions work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade. Presses button or foot petal to activate machine. Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction. Measures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation. Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from work piece. Reports all safety malfunctions, near hits, as well as injuries to supervisor immediately. Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies or work pieces. Assists set up operators to set up machine, and stack, mark, pack and transport finished work pieces. May spot weld work pieces. Completes annual reviews of OSHA required safety training as assigned by supervisor. Completes documentation required to maintain current training log. Basic computer skills to perform transactions in Inventory Management System (IMS). Completes all necessary paperwork such as job cards, production and inventory tickets, and other data as required. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience/Skills: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret bar graphs. Ability to read and interpret blue prints. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS none. Physical Demand & Work Environment: · Often required to sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel · Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift up to 50 lbs. · Vision ability required include close vision · Exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles · Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • Evening shift • Monday to Friday • Night shift • Overtime • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus’s mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus’s mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values of Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Job Description The machine operator is responsible for diligently maintaining superior quality, productivity and maintenance standards for an assigned area and equipment while adhering to all Safety programs. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. • Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts. • Respond to requests by production area when mechanical issues with equipment have been identified. • Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and to determine potential mechanical problems. • Perform preventive maintenance. • Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency, in regard to time as well as resources. Additional Duties and Responsibilities • General mathematic ability required to perform job. • Should possess the ability to read, write and speak English. • Ability to read and write to safely utilize lockout/tagout and confined space entry program. • Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings. • Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures. • Must be able to work assigned days/shifts (including some weekends). Farmer Focus is committed to the principles of equal employment and to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is inclusive and equitable, free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based upon an individual's age, race (including traits historically associated with race, which includes hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity, or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), military status (including status as a uniformed servicemember, a veteran, or dependent of a servicemember), or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Farmer Focus is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
See More Details >>Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus's mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus's mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values of Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship.Job DescriptionThe machine operator is responsible for diligently maintaining superior quality, productivity and maintenance standards for an assigned area and equipment while adhering to all Safety programs.Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. • Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts. • Respond to requests by production area when mechanical issues with equipment have been identified. • Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and to determine potential mechanical problems. • Perform preventive maintenance. • Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency, in regard to time as well as resources. Additional Duties and Responsibilities • General mathematic ability required to perform job. • Should possess the ability to read, write and speak English. • Ability to read and write to safely utilize lockout/tagout and confined space entry program. • Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings. • Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures. • Must be able to work assigned days/shifts (including some weekends). Farmer Focus is committed to the principles of equal employment and to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is inclusive and equitable, free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based upon an individual's age, race (including traits historically associated with race, which includes hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity, or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), military status (including status as a uniformed servicemember, a veteran, or dependent of a servicemember), or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Farmer Focus is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Harrisonburg, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 288,789 machinists nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,004 in Harrisonburg, VA. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,640 annually for experienced professionals.
