Metal Machine Operator - Starting at $22/Hr.

When you work at Daktronics, you’ll be part of something amazing. We design, engineer, manufacture and support bold, eye-catching digital LED and LCD video displays and audio systems.

Our products bring excitement to professional, college and high school games. They attract customers for businesses around the world, and even provide direction for people as they travel, work and play.

As part of the Daktronics team, you’ll have interesting, impactful work with flexible opportunities. You can learn and grow at a company that provides competitive compensation and meaningful benefits – and the people are second to none.

Learn more About Daktronics!

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm; Overtime may be an expectation on Fridays as the business needs.  

• A Metal Machine Operator manufactures sheet metal assemblies and welded extruded frames. 
• Setup and operate a variety of machines (for example metal punch, press brake, saw, CNS mill). Operate some computer/controlled machines. Basic layout. Use precision measuring instruments, calipers square, etc. 
• Safely and responsibly use tools including air driven power manual and other tools (for example drills and riveting guns). 
• Follow written instructions and blueprints. Record work done. Perform basic math calculations. 
• Accurately and consistently complete quality work in a timely manner. Inspect own work. Quickly learn new tasks. Accurately and consistently complete repetitive tasks. 
• Work effectively as a team member, work with little supervision, help when and where needed, make suggestions for process and product improvement, communicate effectively with team members. Follow company guidelines. 
• Work scheduled hours. Work overtime when necessary. 
• Willing to work in any manufacturing department through flexibility. 
• Perform other duties as needed to meet customer expectations. 
• Program metal fabrication machines through automated computer equipment. 

• High school diploma or GED required.  
• Current or previous successful metal machine operation experience preferred.  
• Good communication skills.   
• Ability to learn quickly. 
• Ability to successfully participate as a member of a team. 
• Ability to work with minimum supervision. 
• Regularly and reliably work the scheduled hours. Ability to work overtime when workload requires. 
• Wear all proper protective equipment as required in work area in accordance with Daktronics Safety Policy and OSHA standards. Items may include safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, hearing protection, and electrostatic discharge wear. 
• Physical requirements include the ability to: 
  • Distinguish and identify color. 
  • Read fine print. 
  • Work with odors (solder, paint, solvent, or general manufacturing odor). 
  • Lift and carry heavy (up to 50 lbs.) and/or awkward items. 
  • Stand or sit for the full shift. 
  • Have full range of motion (including but not limited to bending and lifting) required to perform the job function. 
  • Maintain steady hand-eye coordination. 
  • Reach in all directions and in potentially awkward positions. 
• Fluent in English, written and verbal. 
• Ability to travel by air and ground. Valid driver's license and good driving record. Motor vehicle records will be checked.  
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position. 

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.