Machine Operator Floater - Weekend Shift
First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026.
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Shift/Hours: Friday through Sunday OR Saturday through Monday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Work 36 hours and receive 40 hours of pay.
This weekend shift will be available for 9 to 12 months. After that period, employees will transition to a Monday through Friday shift.
We are seeking a Machine Operator Floater to join our team at our Merit Steel location in Kouts, Indiana. The Machine Operator Floater is a dynamic and adaptable team member responsible for performing a variety of duties across multiple departments as needed. This position is designed to provide support wherever required, ensuring the smooth operation of daily business activities and covering absences, high workloads, or special projects. The ideal candidate is flexible, quick to learn new tasks, and able to work effectively in diverse environments.
So, what will you be doing as a Machine Operator Floater?
- At the beginning of each shift coordinate with supervisor to determine what job functions are needed for the day
- Step into various roles within operations, including but not limited to positions in the annealing department, shipping department, and machine operating.
- Set up and operate wire drawing machines.
- Change out carriers in a safe manner.
- Responsible for meeting production rates and quality standards.
- Perform basic machine troubleshooting.
- Perform preventative maintenance on machinery.
- Keep wire drawing machines supplied with proper carriers.
- Perform plant housekeeping duties.
- Fill propane.
- Operate and inspect sweeper.
- Dump lube barrels.
- Dispose of garbage.
- Dump scrap hoppers.
- Practice good safety techniques
- Perform other duties as assigned
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
- Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; Reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to learn multiple job functions with a willingness to tackle tasks as needed on a day-to-day basis.
- Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.
- 2+ years of machine operating experience.
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