Secondary Machine Operator is responsible for performing additional manufacturing tasks after primary operations, ensuring components meet quality and production standards. This role often involves operating and maintaining secondary equipment, supporting production teams, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate secondary equipment such as trimmers, assemblers, punch presses, grinders, drills, and packaging machines to complete fabricated parts 

• Perform secondary operations including trimming, assembly, special packaging, sorting, punching, drilling, grinding, labeling, and low-pressure leak testing 

• Handle and package finished products according to specifications and customer requirements 

• Support primary production departments (e.g., saw and weld) by addressing machine issues, performing basic quality checks, and reporting defects .

• Inspect incoming parts for secondary operations and sort defective items for corrective action 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and skids 

• Assist colleagues and provide backup when needed

• Use forklifts, manlifts, and overhead cranes safely to load/unload products 

• Track jobs and collect data u

• Follow safety protocols and proper machine maintenance procedures 

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma 

• Experience with sheet metal, pipe, or tube fabrication and secondary operations.

• Ability to read and follow job instructions and work orders.

• Strong attention to detail and quality control awareness.

• Proficiency with basic machine operation and maintenance.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Familiarity with safety equipment and lifting tools.