Manufacturing - Operator

1800 NE Broadway Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA

Posted Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don’t just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

Purpose

The A Operator role performs advanced machine and fabrication setups and operations across various production equipment. This role also supports EFCO’s manufacturing operations by producing high-quality forms, components, and assemblies with precision and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and Set Up Production Equipment (40%)

• Handle setup and operation of saws, drill presses, radial arm drills, auto reverse tapping units, bulldozers, plate rollers, roll formers, and additional equipment as assigned.
• Ensure machines are properly calibrated and parts meet required specifications.

Fabricate and Assemble Components (20%)

• Lay out and drill forms, stretch column forms, and perform operations on the OBI press and induction heater.
• Prepare parts according to blueprints and work orders.

Perform Quality and Documentation Tasks (15%)

• Interpret blueprints accurately to validate part dimensions.
• Complete labor entries in work orders and Kronos.
• Participate in the Quality Audit process to maintain production standards.

Support Material Handling and Maintenance (15%)

• Safely move parts and materials using hoists and rigging.
• Conduct daily preventative maintenance on machines and maintain a clean work area.

Follow Safety and Environmental Standards (10%)

• Adhere to all company safety procedures, environmental policies, and participate actively in training sessions and improvement initiatives.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Physical Demands

Level II Work:
Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Climbing:
  Rarely
• Balancing:
  Occasionally to Frequently, depending on the work environment.
• Standing:
  Frequently to Continuously
• Sitting:
  Rarely to Continuously
• Walking:
  Frequently
• Forward Bend in Standing:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Rotation in Standing:
  Occasionally
• Squatting:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Kneeling:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Stooping:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Static postures:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Right-hand Left-hand Coordination:
  Continuous
• Reaching:
  Frequently
• Crawling:
  Occasionally
• Crouching:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Repetitive Motions
  - Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers:
  Continuously
• Elevated work:
  Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs
• Floor to waist vertical lift:
  Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to crown vertical lift:
  Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Horizontal carry:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• One hand carry:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• Push horizontally:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• Pull horizontally:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• One hand pull right hand:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• One hand pull left hand:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• Left hand repetitive coupling:
  Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Right hand repetitive coupling:
  Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills:
  Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Responsibility:
  Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Judgment:
  Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Professionalism:
  Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and…