{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"434665f90ae7c36ed56cc79d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/434665f90ae7c36ed56cc79d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/434665f90ae7c36ed56cc79d","title":"Machine Operator","description":"Machine Operator\nApache Workforce\nHouston, TX 77051\nDay & Night Shift Available\nPay: $17.00–$25.00/hour based on experience\nNight Shift Differential: Additional 10% on top of base pay\nApache Workforce is currently hiring Machine Operators for opportunities in Houston, TX. We are seeking dependable candidates with fabrication and manufacturing experience who can safely operate industrial equipment in a fast-paced production environment.\nPosition Overview\nThe Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment within the Piping and Structural Fabrication Departments. Equipment may include lathes, milling machines, plasma cutters, laser cutters, grinders, robotic welders, and saws.\nKey Responsibilities\nOperate manufacturing equipment including:\nPlasma cutters\nLaser cutters\nLathes\nMilling machines\nGrinders\nRobotic welders\nIndustrial saws\nOperate overhead cranes safely and efficiently\nRead and interpret blueprints and product specifications\nMonitor machine performance and production quality\nAdjust machine settings to ensure accuracy and efficiency\nTroubleshoot machinery issues and report malfunctions\nPerform routine maintenance and equipment inspections\nMaintain raw material inventory and nesting work orders for material efficiency\nKeep accurate production and maintenance records\nMaintain clean work areas following 5S standards\nFollow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures\nParticipate in safety meetings and training sessions\nPerform additional duties assigned by management\nQualifications & Skills\nAbility to read blueprints and technical drawings\nStrong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills\nKnowledge of machine operation and cutting processes\nAbility to accurately measure materials using tape measures, rulers, and calipers\nBasic computer skills for documentation and inventory tracking\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality\nGood communication and teamwork skills\nAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED required\nVocational training or machine operation certification preferred\nMinimum Requirements\nMinimum 2 years of fabrication or manufacturing experience\nExperience operating industrial manufacturing equipment\nAbility to safely lift heavy materials and work in industrial conditions\nAbility to interpret technical drawings and specifications\nPreferred Qualifications\nForklift certification\nOverhead crane certification\nMachine operation certifications\nExperience with robotic welding systems\nFamiliarity with lean manufacturing practices\nStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\nWork performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing/shop environment\nExposure to industrial temperatures and shop conditions\nAbility to stand for extended periods up to 10 hours per shift\nFrequent walking, bending, twisting, reaching, climbing ladders, and lifting required\nFrequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs\nFrequent use of hand-eye coordination and handling tools/equipment\nSteel-toe boots, safety glasses, and required PPE must be worn at all times\nEar protection recommended\nJob Type: Full-time\nWork Location: In person","company":"Apache Workforce","rawCompany":"apache workforce","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T14:46:30.229Z","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":"51-4041.00","title":"Machinists","slug":"machinists"},{"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":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"332313","title":"Plate Work Manufacturing","slug":"plate-work-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Machine Operator","description":"Machine Operator\nApache Workforce\nHouston, TX 77051\nDay & Night Shift Available\nPay: $17.00–$25.00/hour based on experience\nNight Shift Differential: Additional 10% on top of base pay\nApache Workforce is currently hiring Machine Operators for opportunities in Houston, TX. 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