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This role involves setting up the machine, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring the quality of the cut products.\n\nKEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:\nMachine Setup and Operation: Set up the Messer machine for cutting operations, adjust machine settings, and load materials.\nMaintenance: Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of the Messer machine to ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime.\nQuality Control: Monitor the cutting process, inspect finished products for accuracy and quality, and make necessary adjustments to maintain high standards.\nSafety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.\nDocumentation: Maintain accurate records of machine settings, maintenance activities, and production output.\nCrane Operation: Operate cranes to move materials in and out of the Messer machine, ensuring safe and efficient handling of heavy materials.\nNesting Work Orders: Nest work orders to maximize material usage and machine efficiency, reducing waste and optimizing production.\nMaterial Inventory Audits: Assist with material inventory audits to ensure accurate tracking and management of materials.\nMaintain a clean work area and follow 5S basics.\n\nJOB SKILLS\nStrong mechanical aptitude.\nAbility to read blueprints and follow product specification instructions.\nAttention to detail.\nProficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and manuals.\nAbility to nest work orders efficiently.\nBasic computer skills for documentation and inventory management.\nProblem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.\nGood command of the English language, both written and verbal is required.\n\nEDUCATION & TRAINING\nHigh school diploma\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:\nTwo years’ fabrication experience.\nStrong mechanical aptitude.\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.\nBasic computer skills for documentation and inventory management.\n\nPREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:\nTechnical training in machine operation and crane operation.\nExperience with nesting work orders to maximize material and machine efficiency.\nStrong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.\nGood communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors.\nAttention to detail and commitment to quality.\nForklift and crane operation certification.\nFamiliarity with lean manufacturing principles and practices.\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:\nWork performed in a shop environment\nExposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable\nRequires normal vision and absence of color blindness\nPhysical effort equal to frequent moving of up to 50lbs materials\nRegularly required to sit or stand, bend and reach\nThe use of Safety Glasses is required\nThe use of earplugs is recommended\nAbility to stand up to 10 hours a day (with a lunch in between) and up to 6 days a week\nAbility to work in a non-air-conditioned environment.\nSteel-toe boots required in Manufacturing Facility","company":"Apache Workforce","rawCompany":"apache workforce","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T14:19:46.383Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-4081.00","title":"Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"multiple-machine-tool-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"},{"code":"51-4031.00","title":"Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"cutting-punching-and-press-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"},{"code":"51-4122.00","title":"Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"welding-soldering-and-brazing-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"}],"industries":[{"code":"332313","title":"Plate Work Manufacturing","slug":"plate-work-manufacturing"},{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"332312","title":"Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-structural-metal-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Plasma Table Operator","description":"NIGHT SHIFT ONLY\n\nPOSITION OVERVIEW:\nThe Messer Machine Operator is responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of Messer cutting machines. This role involves setting up the machine, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring the quality of the cut products.\n\nKEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:\nMachine Setup and Operation: Set up the Messer machine for cutting operations, adjust machine settings, and load materials.\nMaintenance: Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of the Messer machine to ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime.\nQuality Control: Monitor the cutting process, inspect finished products for accuracy and quality, and make necessary adjustments to maintain high standards.\nSafety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.\nDocumentation: Maintain accurate records of machine settings, maintenance activities, and production output.\nCrane Operation: Operate cranes to move materials in and out of the Messer machine, ensuring safe and efficient handling of heavy materials.\nNesting Work Orders: Nest work orders to maximize material usage and machine efficiency, reducing waste and optimizing production.\nMaterial Inventory Audits: Assist with material inventory audits to ensure accurate tracking and management of materials.\nMaintain a clean work area and follow 5S basics.\n\nJOB SKILLS\nStrong mechanical aptitude.\nAbility to read blueprints and follow product specification instructions.\nAttention to detail.\nProficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and manuals.\nAbility to nest work orders efficiently.\nBasic computer skills for documentation and inventory management.\nProblem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.\nGood command of the English language, both written and verbal is required.\n\nEDUCATION & TRAINING\nHigh school diploma\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:\nTwo years’ fabrication experience.\nStrong mechanical aptitude.\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.\nBasic computer skills for documentation and inventory management.\n\nPREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:\nTechnical training in machine operation and crane operation.\nExperience with nesting work orders to maximize material and machine efficiency.\nStrong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.\nGood communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors.\nAttention to detail and commitment to quality.\nForklift and crane operation certification.\nFamiliarity with lean manufacturing principles and practices.\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:\nWork performed in a shop environment\nExposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable\nRequires normal vision and absence of color blindness\nPhysical effort equal to frequent moving of up to 50lbs materials\nRegularly required to sit or stand, bend and reach\nThe use of Safety Glasses is required\nThe use of earplugs is recommended\nAbility to stand up to 10 hours a day (with a lunch in between) and up to 6 days a week\nAbility to work in a non-air-conditioned environment.\nSteel-toe boots required in Manufacturing Facility","datePosted":"2026-07-15T14:19:46.383Z","dateModified":"2026-07-15T14:19:46.383Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Apache Workforce","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Houston","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"1f29ffb4f5fdec848e81346b"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f29ffb4f5fdec848e81346b"}}