Building Materials, Manufacturing, Construction

Machine Operator 1 - Glass Fabrication

Houston, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 5 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

safety
quality
productivity
on-time delivery
production schedules
specifications
quality inspections
customer specifications
machine performance
operational adjustments

Nice to have

manufacturing experience
fabrication experience
machine operation experience
industrial experience
lean manufacturing
continuous improvement

Role summary

The Machine Operator 1 - Glass Fabrication is responsible for operating and monitoring fabrication equipment to process architectural glass products, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. Key duties include operating machinery like glass cutters, grinders, CNC machines, and tempering furnaces, performing quality inspections, basic troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and recording production data. The role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, ability to read work orders and blueprints, and physical capability to lift up to 75 pounds. Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience is strongly preferred.

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You'll Get to Do

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring fabrication equipment used to process architectural glass products. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery for our customers.

This role may operate and support equipment such as glass cutting tables, edging and grinding machines, CNC machinery, drilling equipment, tempering furnaces, automated production lines, and material handling systems. The position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities

Safely operate fabrication equipment and production machinery in accordance with established procedures

Review work orders, production schedules, and specifications to ensure products are manufactured accurately

Load and unload glass onto equipment, tables, carts, racks, and production lines

Enter and verify production information within machine control systems and software

Perform quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process and verify products meet customer specifications

Identify, isolate, and report materials or products that do not meet quality standards

Monitor machine performance and make routine operational adjustments as necessary

Perform equipment cleaning, basic troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance activities

Accurately record production, quality, scrap, and inventory transactions

Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, work instructions, and specifications

Use measuring devices including tape measures and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances

Safely move materials using carts, vacuum lift equipment, and other approved material handling devices

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and productivity initiatives

Assist in other departments and perform additional duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and takes pride in producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

Previous manufacturing, fabrication, machine operation, or industrial experience preferred

Experience operating production equipment in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Ability to read and understand work orders, production schedules, and written instructions

Ability to perform basic math calculations and read a tape measure accurately

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Basic computer and data entry skills

Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a production environment

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Willingness to work overtime and weekends as business needs require

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 10 to 12-hour shift

Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds unassisted

Ability to safely work around large glass products, moving machinery, forklifts, and overhead lifting devices

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and humidity conditions

Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

What OBE Offers You

Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee

Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose

Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses

Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

OBE Privacy Policy

OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.

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