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Machine Operator

Chief
Rensselaer, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/17/2026

Chief Buildings is seeking a Machine Operator to join the Chief team. In this role, you will perform general machine operations including equipment setup, part processing, and final part inspection on various assigned machines. You’ll play a key role in maintaining production quality and efficiency. To be successful in this position, you should be detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and committed to working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  •  This Understand machine operation, capacity, and perform routine maintenance.
  •  Ensure the overall quality and quantity of assigned work.
  •  Accurately complete routine paperwork and enter data into a computer-based system.
  •  Develop knowledge of layout procedures, complex setups, and tolerance adjustments.
  • Move materials as needed using overhead cranes and other lifting devices.

 Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for creating a collaborative, safe and hazard-free environment that is driven by employee involvement. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to leading departmental continuous improvement projects, supporting and executing all safety and health policies and programs, employee training and incident investigations.

Shift:

  • 2nd Shift – 4:30 PM – 3:00 AM

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, South Carolina.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

  • Paid vacation/time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid short-term disability benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Financial wellness coaching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid holidays (8)
  • Employee discounts
  • Education assistance
  • And much more.

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