RSD Metal Fab - Machine Operator
RosenbauerAbout the role
Job DetailsJob Location: Rosenbauer South Dakota - Lyons, SD 57041Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $22.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Skilled Labor - Trades$22/hr.+ DOE
Health Insurance – PPO plans with preventive care.
HSA & FSA – Employer contributions and tax-free savings.
Dental & Vision – Comprehensive coverage.
Life & Disability – Employer-paid and voluntary options.
401(k) Retirement – Employer contributions included.
PTO & Holidays – Generous paid time off.
Wellness Programs – Incentives for healthy living.
Tuition Reimbursement – Support for continued education.
ROSENBAUER STATEMENT
At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe. If you have what it takes and want to be part of our always growing Rosenbauer family, we want to hear from you!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Machine Operator reads and follows detailed blueprints and schematics to bend sheets of metal. This position requires the lifting of metal sheets into machines to shear and bend to make bodies, hose bed covers, and other parts, as necessary. They must also ensure that the bend meets angle grade and other specifications of the build.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.
Lifts metal sheets into machine to shear and bend to make bodies, hose bed covers, and other parts, as necessary.
Reads and understands body prints, paper, and CAD.
Ensures that bend meets angle grade and other specifications of the build.
Loads completed work in opposite order of specifications for the next department in a dedicated cart to be moved.
Operates plasma machine when needed to ensure that the end work meets the specifications of the build.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the supervisor to meet the needs of the company and our members
QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’S):
K
Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:
High school diploma/GED required.
Preferred experience with handling brake press.
Strong mechanical aptitude required.
S
Skills:
Language:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Math:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals is required.
Computer:
Ability to perform intermediate PC functions including spreadsheet formulas and functions, queries, tables, merges, and special reports.
Will perform some troubleshooting.
Intermediate experience required.
A
Abilities:
Knowledge of basic inspection tools, machining skills or related fields.
Able to recognize the importance and adhere to all safety policies to promote a safe working environment.
Able to read and work from blueprints/spec book.
Ability to use basic hand tools and tape measure required.
Ability to identify quality issues and recognize changes within one’s production process and make the needed adjustments.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and work well in a team environment.
Must be able to lift/manipulate large and heavy sheet metal parts and brake press tooling.
Ability to identify issues with metal sheets to make sure the customer’s expectations are met.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
CHECK IF APPLIES
Give Examples as Necessary
Driving- license
Driving- Own Vehicle
Hours of work- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends occasionally
x
As needed to support department needs.
Travel- Local
Travel- Overnight
Travel- Prolonged Periods
Qualifications- Other
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lifting Requirements
Weight in pounds
Never
0%
Rarely
1-10%
Occasionally
11-33%
Frequently
34-66%
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