1st Shift Machine Operator I- Kansas City, KS

2 months ago


Kansas City, United States Phoenix Metals Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Phoenix Metals Company is a metal distribution company with 17 locations across the United States. The company is a subsidiary of Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co., a Fortune 500 SEC registrant, and the largest metals service center company in North America.

Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing metals processing and distribution work. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Phoenix Metals in metals processing and distribution.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for performing basic production activities on variety of machines to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Reviews blue prints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications to understand machining characteristics of various metals.
  • Chooses correct material for the job according to work order.
  • Determines processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances and operational sequences.
  • Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines.
  • Selects and monitors speeds, feeds and controls and determines operation sequence for various materials and operating conditions.
  • Machines and modifies parts used to repair tools or machines per specifications using tools such as lathes, milling machines, etc.
  • Fabricates, modifies, and/or repairs mechanical instruments.
  • Creates complicated or irregularly shaped parts or sections per established drawings, requiring careful blocking and clamping to avoid springing or distortion.
  • Positions work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines).
  • Operates a variety of machines during processing as required based on work load or business needs.
  • Operate Forklift as needed
  • Measures and examines pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales and squares to ensure conformance to specifications.
  • Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.
  • Cleans equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.
  • Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
  • Coordinates and executes material handling.
  • Completes work order paperwork/documentation.
  • Restocks material.
  • May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing.
  • May mark material after processing and store material for additional processing and/or shipping.
  • Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

  • 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
  • High School diploma/GED preferred.
  • Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
  • Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting metal working machines preferred.
  • Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
  • Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
  • Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
  • Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
  • Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
  • Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
  • Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Warehouse/Field Setting; minimal temperature environment

Schedule: 6a-2:30p Monday- Friday

plus quarterly bonus


We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.



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