Metal Expander Machine Operator - Day & Night shifts available.

Company Overview

Expanded Solutions, LLC is a family-owned and operated manufacturing company specializing in the production of expanded metal and expanded metal grating. We are dedicated to providing full-time employment with competitive pay, consistent work schedules, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Metal Expander Machine Operator to join our team on both day and night shifts. In this role, you will operate and maintain metal expansion machinery to produce high-quality expanded metal products. Your expertise in machining, fabrication, and quality inspection will ensure our products meet the highest standards. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about manufacturing and looking to grow their skills in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

- Set up, operate, and monitor metal expander machines to produce precise expanded metal sheets and grating.

- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery including CNC laser cutting, plasma cutting, press brake machines, CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, stamping presses, and electrical discharge machining equipment.

- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate fabrication.

- Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and sheet metal gauges to verify dimensions and quality standards.

- Conduct quality inspections throughout the production process to identify defects or deviations from specifications.

- Utilize hand tools, tooling, cranes, forklifts, and other equipment safely to handle materials efficiently.

- Maintain detailed records of production activities, machine performance logs, and quality reports.

Qualifications

- Proven experience operating manufacturing machinery such as CNC laser cutters, plasma cutters, press brakes, CNC mills/lathes, stamping presses, or similar equipment.

- Mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on complex machinery.

- Strong understanding of blueprint reading (GD&T), precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers), and quality inspection techniques.

- Familiarity with fabrication processes including welding, sheet metal work, tooling setup, and assembly.

- Ability to work safely with hand tools, cranes, forklifts (certification preferred), and other manufacturing equipment.

- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to machining tolerances.

- Knowledge of manufacturing standards and safety protocols in a production environment. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in manufacturing! We value your skills in machining, fabrication, quality control—and your enthusiasm for producing top-tier expanded metal products. This role offers an engaging work environment where your expertise makes a real impact every day!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person