--- title: Machine Operator at Surge Staffing in Pittsburgh, PA description: Surge Staffing is hiring for the Machine Operator role in Pittsburgh, PA. Pays $19 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/machine-operator-at-surge-staffing-01a18db5-8d46-731c-acda-bf09077b201c date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Surge Staffing as Machine Operator in Pittsburgh, PA. Pays $19 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/9tdbb4.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Surge Staffing | | **Location** | Pittsburgh, PA | | **Salary** | $19/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | | **History** | First seen 45 days ago (2026-09-30), reposted once | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** C · Some flags. Mostly fine, a few things to check. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Surge Staffing. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Surge Staffing. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $39,000 – $43,000 a year (median $40,000). ## Description # **Machine Operator** **Job Summary** We are hiring a Production Worker / Machine Operator for a full-time manufacturing position in Pittsburgh, PA. This role combines machine operation, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, material handling, and packaging. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with manufacturing equipment and hand tools. Previous manufacturing or machine operating experience is preferred, but candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. **1st & 3rd Shift Available!** ## **What You'll Do** - Set up and operate sheet metal fabrication equipment, including: - * CNC punch presses * Hydraulic press brakes / metal brakes * Metal shears - Perform basic machine setups, tooling changes, and equipment adjustments. - Read and follow blueprints, work orders, and shop drawings. - Measure parts using tape measures, calipers, squares, and other measuring tools. - Inspect finished parts to ensure proper dimensions, fit, and quality. - Deburr, clean, and prepare fabricated metal parts for assembly or shipment. - Assemble products and components according to work instructions. - Pick materials and products from inventory based on work orders and customer orders. - Receive incoming materials and verify shipments against packing slips. - Inspect products for defects before packaging. - Package, weigh, label, and prepare finished products for shipment. - Maintain accurate inventory and report shortages, damaged materials, or discrepancies. - Complete production, shipping, and receiving documentation. - Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on machines and work areas. - Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment when authorized. - Follow all safety procedures, machine operating instructions, and quality standards. - Perform additional production, fabrication, warehouse, and packaging duties as needed. ## **Qualifications** - Previous experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehouse, or metal fabrication is preferred. - Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment. - Ability to safely operate machinery after training. - Ability to read and follow work orders, blueprints, or shop drawings. - Comfortable using a tape measure, calipers, square, and other measuring tools. - Basic math skills, including fractional and decimal measurements. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Good communication and organizational skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. - Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. - Must be at least 18 years old. ## **Preferred Experience** Candidates with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply: - CNC machine operation - CNC punch press operation - Press brake operation - Sheet metal fabrication - Metal shearing - Machine setup and tooling changes - Blueprint reading - Precision measuring - Manufacturing or production - Assembly - Forklift operation - Shipping and receiving - Packaging - Inventory control - Preventive machine maintenance ## Skills - Calipers - Packing Slips - Equipment Maintenance - Mechanical Aptitude - Inventory Control - CNC Machining - Work Ethic - Cleaning - Willingness To Learn - Brakes - Machine Maintenance - Quality Standards - Basic Math - Hand Tools - 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