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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
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