<p>Ben Hur Construction Company has been in business for over one hundred years. Founded in 1909 as a local steel erection contractor; the company has grown into a regional erector, fabricator and general contractor. Ben Hur has multiple offices in the Midwest.</p> <p>We have built our reputation on delivering the highest quality construction services and management at a competitive, value driven cost. As our diverse project portfolio illustrates, we take on a variety of projects; each with their challenges. It is the unique way that Ben Hur Construction employs its workers and resources to accommodate these challenges that sets us apart.</p> <p>Ben Hur offers a competitive salary and benefits. Starting pay for the Machine Operator position is based on education, experience and skill level. Starting rate is $24.00 per hour. Core benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA or HSA, life insurance, company paid short-term and long-term disability, and 401K with match.</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>The Machine Operator has primary responsibility for cutting and drilling sections to customers specifications. The line of work involves equipment and material that is large. Safety awareness is a vital part of all necessary job functions</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Operate CNC equipment, tag and scan every piece. Load and unload conveyors. </li><li>Must be able to read a tape measure and square to 1/16. </li><li>Efficiently check with tape measures, squares and other devices. </li><li>Prepares cut and drilled product for fabrication. </li><li>Must be able to communicate to fellow workers regarding instructions, general work assignments, and safety concerns </li><li>Must demonstrate mental alertness to perform tasks on a continuous basis throughout the day and daily. </li><li>Must be able to complete required records associated with work and specific work assignments </li><li>Must be able to discern actual or potential health and safety hazards prior to performing work </li><li>Follow all safety rules and practices </li><li>May be involved in safety committees or initiatives </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Preferred: Training, knowledge and experience in operating overhead cranes which includes the rigging of steel members for movement around the facility. </li><li>Demonstrates ability to learn and be able to cross-train </li><li>Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/16" and have applicable math skills </li><li>Ability to be on one's feet during the course of the workday, except for breaks and a lunch or meal break. </li><li>Be able to walk on concrete or gravel, step over material or tools on the floor, push, pull, bend, squat, stoop, twist and climb on material or ladders up to heights of 6 feet. </li><li>Lift 50 to 100 pounds occasionally through the day. Lift 20 to 50 pounds on a frequent basis each day. Lift up to 20 pounds of material or tools on a constant basis throughout the day. </li><li>Be able to read instructions, carry out those instructions or job assignments, and move throughout the facility without restrictions. </li><li>Must be able to tolerate ambient air temperatures during all four seasons of the year. </li><li>Must be able to communicate to fellow workers regarding instructions, general work assignments, and safety concerns. </li><li>Use common hand tools such as grinders, chippers, wrenches and brooms. </li></ul> <p>All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.</p> <p>All new hires must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.</p>