Fabricator / Machine Operator

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We are looking for candidates for a Fabrication / Machine Operator position in Muncie. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity. Full time hours and overtime as required and must be flexible to work 1st or 2nd shift.
In this position you would perform a wide-variety of simple to moderately complex material handling and machine operator duties, as assigned to service and perform shearing, bending, receiving, shipping, warehousing and plant preventive and routine maintenance activities. Frequently working with others and receiving close direction from equipment operators and supervisors to provide prompt attention and assistance as required by shop operations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1. Work involves somewhat repetitive and routine duties to service and assist bending, shearing and loading personnel and to perform simple to moderately complex shearing and bending machine set-up and operation. Requires care and constant attention to shop activities to avoid injury to self or others and to provide prompt assistance and service as needed or directed.
2. Perform simple to moderately complex shearing, bending and loading operations and/or work closely with rebar bending machine operators, shear operators and crane operators to assist them in the performance of duties as instructed. Participate in on-the-job training opportunities to learn moderately complex to complex shearing, bending, crane operation and loading operations.
3. When not operating equipment or as assigned, assist rebar benders to place, separate, lift and position metal bars for bending operations. Reposition work-pieces for initial and subsequent bends; Locate and place dunnage for floor storage, transfer bundled bars to temporary staging area, tie and bundle finished bent bars for loading operations.
4. When not operating equipment or as assigned, assist shear operators in clearing sheared materials from storage racks or to supply stock length rebar for cutting operations. Receive and position steel bundles on stock shear racks. Break open bundles; shake out steel bars and stage on feed table for shearing operation. Provide shear operator with proper number and size steel bars for cutting operation. Signal crane operator to group and remove unused steel bars, affix ties and identification tags.
5. Actively participate in on-the-job training program for shear and bending machine, preventive maintenance and simple or routing maintenance repairs. Set-up and perform simple to moderately complex bending and shearing operations as required or directed.
6. Operate hand-held, pendant controlled overhead crane and forklift to perform material handling duties necessary to supply shear line, empty shear pockets, supply bender operators with cut steel, and to load customer trailers as required or directed.
Additional Duties:
1. Maintain work area and shop in a clean and orderly fashion.
2. Assist operators in the performance minor maintenance repairs and preventive maintenance on shearline, bender and material handling equipment. Assist maintenance personnel in completion of major equipment repairs or installation.
3. Detect and report defective material, improper operation, and unusual conditions to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Follow prescribed safety regulations and practices.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Thorough knowledge of rebar bending, shearing and overhead crane equipment.
2. Ability to operate the above machinery in a safe and efficient manner at all times.
3. Ability to coordinate floor/line activities to ensure completion of required tasks.
4. Ability to provide instructions to employees in a positive and professional manner.
5. Ability to accurately count, measure, and perform basic math operations.

Staffmark offers our employees a competitive salary and benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, short-term disability insurance, and more.

To join our team, interested candidates can refer to www.mystaffmark.com to complete the online application or apply in-person.


Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability or veteran status.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

A minimum of one year in rebar/manufacturing or heavy industrial operations.

Work from drawings, job layouts, standard charts, bar lists and work schedule sheets, requiring interpretation in application.


Physical Demands Light to Heavy. Must be able to lift 35 lbs to pick up truck bed height on a regular basis. Must be able to stand, sit, grip, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch and walk for extended periods.

Work Environment This position includes prolonged work in non-heated and/or non-air conditioned environments. Exposed to plant facilities and work area (dust, dirt, some fumes, and shop noise). Safety shoes, hard hats, hearing and eye protection must be worn at all times. Additional personal protective equipment as required.