Mill Line Lead Operator - Deeside, UK

Salamander Solutions Inc.; Wales; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Salamander Solutions Ltd in Deeside, UK, seeks a skilled Mill Line Lead Operator to manage a laser-welded tube forming line and roll reduction lines, ensuring safe, efficient, and quality-focused production.

This hands-on, skilled role requires strong understanding of metal tube-forming processes, PLC-controlled equipment, and the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues. Laid-back shift handovers and coordination with maintenance are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience operating metal tube forming or similar continuous metal processing lines.
• Proficient with PLC-controlled equipment, able to respond to alarms and faults.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical and process faults.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, and operate laser welded tube forming line and in-series roll production.
• Maintain product specs and minimize scrap through process control.
• Perform line changeovers, tooling changes, and roll pass adjustments.
• Ensure continuous production with minimal unplanned downtime.

Skills

5+ years metal tube forming line

PLC control

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

HMI interfaces

Job description

Mill Line Lead Operator - Deeside

Salamander Solutions Ltd is a global manufacturer of heater cable systems for the oil industry and is seeking a skilled and experienced Mill Line Lead Operator to join our Deeside team in North Wales, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and quality-focused operation of a laser-welded tube forming line and associated roll reduction lines used in the manufacture of mineral-insulated (MI) cable. This is a hands‑on, skilled production role that requires a strong understanding of metal tube-forming processes, PLC‑controlled manufacturing equipment, and the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, start up, and operate laser welded tube forming line and in-series roll production run.
• Operate equipment to maintain product specifications and minimize scrap.
• Conduct routine line changeovers, tooling changes, and roll pass adjustments as required for different product sizes and specifications.
• Ensure continuous and efficient production with minimal unplanned downtime.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating metal tube forming or similar continuous metal processing lines in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with PLC‑controlled manufacturing equipment; ability to navigate HMI interfaces and respond to automated alarms and faults.
• Proven troubleshooting ability on production line equipment — electrical, mechanical, and process‑related faults.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with understanding of tooling, roll passes, and forming mechanics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience operating ERW or laser‑welded tube forming lines and familiarity with roll reduction, drawing, or similar metal‑processing operations.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes related to mineral‑insulated cable, specialty wire, precision metal products, or comparable industrial environments.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong process monitoring and quality control skills, with the ability to identify and respond to changes in product quality or equipment performance.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities using process knowledge and diagnostic tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for shift handovers, maintenance coordination, and production documentation.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. Salamander reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the role as necessary.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salamander is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s Policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories is prohibited.