Night Shift Machine Operator
Listed on 2026-03-11
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Overview
Machine Operator - Houston, TX. We are seeking a hard-working, dynamic team player to join our team of machine operators. This role is critical to organizational success and offers opportunity for advancement and continuous learning. If you enjoy working with machinery and working with a team, please read on.
About UsInsteel Industries, established in 1953, started from humble beginnings, embraces strong values, and has its Home Office in Mount Airy, NC. We are the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. We manufacture and market prestressed concrete (PC) strand and welded wire reinforcement, including engineered structural mesh, concrete pipe reinforcement, and standard welded wire reinforcement for concrete reinforcement applications.
The company operates ten manufacturing facilities in eight states.
The person we are looking for is a team player with an eye for detail. You understand the importance of quality and inspect your work frequently for errors. You understand that risks are a part of our daily lives and look for ways to maintain safety in whatever you do through constant risk assessment. You are a valuable member of the team and a key player in the success of the business.
PositionSnapshot
A machine operator is commonly expected to know how his/her equipment operates and be able to identify and repair simple mechanical problems like stalls or jams. Workers hired into this position will be trained to eventually operate various machines and learn processes related to manufacturing steel wire products. Mechanical and analytical skills are required for this job. All team members are expected to ensure assigned areas of responsibility are working at risk lowered to as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) specifically to achieve ZERO HARM.
Toperform well in this role, you will need to:
- Understand basic mathematical principles and have knowledge of measurement processes that include the use of tape measures, scales, and other measurement equipment.
- Know and understand basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles.
- Conduct daily equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity.
- Operate machinery to create quality products based on build specifications.
- Troubleshoot machine failures alongside the maintenance department to assist in quick repair.
- Document production information and make basic production entries into computer.
- Keep work area clean and free from hazardous conditions.
- Know safety equipment and be aware of machine safety procedures.
- Practice safe work habits as an individual and with co-workers.
- Work effectively in a team environment.
- Adhere to guidelines related to PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
- Assist in other areas of the facility as needed.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions. Ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
- An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.
- Competitive wages with Team-Share bonus eligibility based on facility performance.
- Opportunity for professional growth.
- Paid time off including holidays and vacation.
- Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Insteel is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.
To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.
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