Machine Operators-Career Openings

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
15-18 Hourly
Junior
Retail • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Operate and monitor weaving machines, remove finished rolls, build and stage pallets, replenish materials, and maintain clean work areas. Change, thread, and adjust wire and blades; monitor machine feed and speed; perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance. Requires manufacturing or industrial experience, mechanical aptitude, communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and willingness to work overnight shifts and Saturdays.
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Build Your Future with Merchants Metals!

Merchants Metals, a leading fencing manufacturer, is hiring for our Houston facility. If you're looking for stable, full-time work with consistent hours, we want to meet you.

Applicants are encouraged to pre-register by submitting an online application before attending the hiring event

Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
4929 Langley Rd, Houston, TX

This is a non-climate-controlled environment & 12 hr shifts

We currently have openings for our 1st/2nd shift for the following positions:

  • Nights Machine Operators-$15.00-$17.50
  • Day Shift Machine Operators-$15-$15.50

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Remove finished rolls from weaving machines
  • Build and stage pallets for finished products
  • Replenish materials and keep work areas clean
  • Operate and monitor weaving machines
  • Change, thread, and adjust wire and blades
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and routine machine maintenance
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
  • Maintain the surrounding area, keeping the area free of debris

Requirements

  • Effective communication includes speaking, writing, active listening, and taking instructions
  • Good leadership and training skills
  • Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs
  • Great time management
  • Keen attention to detail to identify maintenance, product, or operations issues

NECESSARY SKILLS, BACKGROUND & COMPETENCIES:

  • Minimum one year of work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Must be able to work in a team-based, positive, fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to understand written instructions and follow procedures.
  • Must be able and willing to work 5 PM-5 AM MON-FRI and Saturdays as needed. Employees average at least 40 hours a week, no more than 50.
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Skills Required

  • Minimum one year of work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Ability to work in a team-based, positive, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to understand written instructions and follow procedures
  • Ability and willingness to work 5 PM to 5 AM Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Effective communication, including speaking, writing, active listening, and taking instructions
  • Good leadership and training skills
  • Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent mechanical skills and comfort using tools for simple repairs
  • Strong time management
  • Keen attention to detail for identifying maintenance, product, or operational issues
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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, GA
1,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1953

What We Do

Merchants Metals is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fence systems, offering a wide selection of premium-quality products for industrial, commercial, and residential applications, serving professional fence contractors, architects, and retailers.

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