Machine Operator (Night Shift)

Gulf IslandGulf IslandTerrebonne Parish, Louisiana, United States
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Posted

8/19/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating press brake machines and shear cutters to fabricate sheet metal components according to blueprints. They must also perform quality inspections, maintain equipment, and collaborate with the team to meet production schedules.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have at least one year of experience operating a press brake and shear cutter, along with the ability to read a tape measure and interpret technical drawings. Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug screen, and be authorized to work in the United States.

Key skills

Press brake operationShear cutter operationBlueprint readingTechnical drawing interpretationMeasurement toolsTape measureTooling selectionDie adjustmentQuality inspectionEquipment maintenanceTroubleshootingSheet metal fabricationSafety compliance

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Education requirements

high school

About Gulf Island

Industry

Oil and Gas

Employees

373

Type

Public Company

Size

501-1,000 employees

Gulf Island is a leading fabricator of complex steel structures and modules and provider of specialty services, including project management, hookup, commissioning, repair, maintenance, scaffolding, coatings, welding enclosures, civil construction and staffing services to the industrial and energy sectors. The Company's customers include U.S. and, to a lesser extent, international energy producers; refining, petrochemical, LNG, industrial and power operators; and EPC companies. The Company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas and its primary operating facilities are located in Houma, Louisiana.

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Job categories

ManufacturingTradesEngineering

Description

Description Main Purpose: The Machine Operator is responsible for operating the press brake and shear cutter within our fabrication shop. Essential Functions: Set up, adjust and operate press brake machines to bend, form or punch sheet metal according to blueprints and specifications Set, adjust and operate the shear cutter for material type / length / width and ensure clean, accurate cuts with minimal burr Read and interpret technical drawings, work orders and measurement tools to ensure accuracy Select proper tooling and dies for each job and perform adjustments as needed Inspect parts during and after production to verify conformance to specifications Monitor machines during every procedure to ensure optimum running Maintain equipment by performing basic troubleshooting, cleaning and reporting mechanical issues Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and deadlines Perform other duties assigned by supervisor Benefits Offered: Earned Wage Access Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Life Insurance Disability Insurance Safety Awards Company Store Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Requirements Physical Requirements: Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing Turning, twisting, bending and balancing Pushing, pulling and reaching Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds Job Requirements: 1+ years experience operating a press brake 1+ years experience operating a shear cutter Must be able to read a tape measure Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical Must be able to pass a background check Desirable Experience, Education and Training: High School Diploma or equivalent Tools, Equipment and Technology: Press brake, shear cutter, tape measure etc. Environmental Conditions: 80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes. Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means. #IND25

Requirements

  • Press brake operation
  • Shear cutter operation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Measurement tools
  • Tape measure
  • Tooling selection
  • Die adjustment
  • Quality inspection
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Earned Wage Access
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Safety Awards
  • Company Store
  • Employee Assistance Program

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