About the role
- 3471
- Houston, Texas
- Plant
- Full-Time
- 2-5 Years
- High School/GED
- Associate
- Warehouse/Field setting; minimal temperature environment
- No
Job Summary
Perform materials processing operations on inventory according to work orders or directed by supervisor.
Physical Requirements
Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Function in the Job
Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Job Function
- Operate and monitor Kinetic machine, including plasma cutting, drilling, milling, and other automated metal fabrication
equipment.
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Set up machines according to customer’s drawings, blueprints, work orders, and production specifications.
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Load, position, and secure raw materials to ensure accurate machining and efficient production.
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Program, edit, or verify machine parameters to meet quality and production requirements.
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Perform routine machine inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
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Monitor machine performance and adjust cutting speeds, feeds, and tooling as necessary to maintain product quality.
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Conduct quality inspections using measuring instruments to verify dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes.
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Interpret technical drawings, CAD files, and manufacturing specifications to produce precision components.
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Maintain production records, machine logs, and quality documentation accurately and completely.
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Identify equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel when required.
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Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout practices, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and
OSHA/company safety standards.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following housekeeping standards.
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Assist in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, waste reduction, and overall equipment
effectiveness
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Ensure compliance with company quality standards and customer specifications throughout the manufacturing process.
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Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment as authorized and required.
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Train and mentor new operators on machine operation, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
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Support production operations by working assigned shifts, overtime, or weekends as needed.
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Report production issues, quality concerns, and safety hazards promptly to supervisors.
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Perform other related duties as assigned to support manufacturing and operational objectives.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Minimum 1 year Steel processing, warehousing or other CNC type processing applications.
Required Skills
- Minimum 1 year Steel processing, burning, cutting, drilling, warehousing or other CNC type processing applications.
EEO Statement
Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN
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