Job Description
Job Type: Full time, Hourly
Wage: $34-$42/hr.
Location: Florence, CO.
Job Description:
The Master Howick Operator oversees operation of Howick steel framing machines for complex steel frame designs and building supplies. This role drives process optimization, advanced troubleshooting, and quality outcomes while training and mentoring junior operators. The position is critical to production efficiency, material utilization, and consistent adherence to safety and quality standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Oversee and operate Howick steel framing machines for complex designs and production requirements.
- Optimize machine operations to improve efficiency and minimize material waste.
- Troubleshoot and resolve advanced operational issues to maintain production continuity.
- Train and mentor Entry- and Mid-Level Howick Operators on technical skills and best practices.
- Verify that produced components meet design specifications and quality standards.
- Collaborate with production managers and engineering teams to align operations with project goals.
- Lead process improvements and implement solutions to enhance production outcomes.
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment and enforce safety protocols.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience operating CNC machines, including at least 2 years in steel framing or modular construction.
- Expert proficiency operating Howick steel framing machines or similar equipment.
- Advanced ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.
- Proven capability in process optimization and advanced troubleshooting.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; effective communication and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical technology, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- OSHA-approved forklift certification.
Work Environment / Schedule
- Onsite at Mytikas Industries’s production facility in Florence, Colorado.
- Leadership-focused production environment; PPE required.
- Schedule: 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (40 hours total).
What Mytikas Industries Offers
- Competitive hourly pay within the posted range ($34.00–$42.00/hour).
- Opportunity to lead a critical production function and influence safety, quality, and efficiency outcomes.
- Career progression potential (e.g., Howick Operator Team Lead or Production Manager) based on performance and company needs.
How to Apply- Scroll down to “Apply to Job.”
- Under “Upload Resume *”, do one of the following:
- Drag and drop your resume into the upload box, or
- Click Upload and select your file
- Make sure your resume file is accepted: PDF/DOC/DOCX/TXT/RTF and under 10MB.
- Fill out the Personal Information section (typically Full Name, Email, Phone, and optionally LinkedIn).
- Complete any Additional Questions (often includes an SMS consent checkbox).
- Click the final Apply button to submit.
EEO StatementMytikas Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and building a strong local workforce. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Disclaimer: Duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list; additional tasks may be assigned and role scope may change based on business demands**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.
