Equipment Operator

Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this Warehouse Operations position!

About Farwest:
Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956.  Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution.  We have over 600 employees in 7 Western States.
As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees.  We are a full line steel service center with product line distribution, flame, plasma, and laser processing, welding, forming, rolling, and reinforcing steel capabilities.   

Benefits:

• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance and Disability, a 401K with up to a 3.5% match
• Safety bonus of up to $0.60 an hour paid quarterly based on branch safety goals
• Career development opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays

About this position:

Job Type: Full Time, Onsite
Schedule:

• Graveyard Shift, 11:30PM - 8:00AM, Monday - Friday
• Swing Shift, 3:30PM - 12:00AM, Monday - Friday

Starting Wage: $20.40 - $30.65, depending on experience

Farwest Steel’s Operations Department seeks a knowledgeable and dependable individual to join their team as Equipment Operator 3. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently operating machinery to ensure high-quality part production while meeting customer expectations. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and performing maintenance to maximize uptime.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operate press brake machinery with precision to meet production goals.
2. Ensure quality standards and customer requirements are met for each order.
3. Verify job priority, material selection, and machine settings for optimal performance.
4. Make necessary adjustments, including program edits, to improve efficiency and quality.
5. Conduct first-part inspections to ensure specified tolerances and dimensional accuracy.
6. Perform regular predictive maintenance to maintain equipment efficiency and uptime.
7. Follow all standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
8. Assist in other warehouse duties as required.

Qualifications:

• one (1) year of Press Brake Experience
• High school Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and interpret production orders and technical documents.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace. Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at www.farweststeel.com/careers

As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC.Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US.