MPI Exeter - Pipe Fab Machine Operator in Exeter

Energy Jobline ZR; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Exeter is seeking experienced Machine Operators. Responsibilities include measuring and threading pipes, operating machinery, and ensuring safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in a similar role. Attractive benefits include paid holidays, vacation, and health insurance. Starting rate is $22.33/hour with opportunities for increases.

Benefits

401k

Health insurance

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

3 weeks vacation

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Computer skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Measure, thread, and adjust flange fit and facing on pipes.
• Operate machines and cranes for pipe handling.
• Ensure cleanliness of the work area.

Skills

Machine operation

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

Industrial tools knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lathes

Threaders

Forklift

Job description

Overview

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Company

McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This division, based in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals focused on these two special markets. Our mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is the “easiest to do business with.” We will make it easier to engineer, specify, and order components for plants and to provide greater support for smoother delivery, cost-effective installation, and start-up. We will build strong relationships with design engineers, contractors, plant operations teams and project owners to assure we are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.

Position

MPI Exeter is seeking experienced Machine Operators to join our Pipe Fabrication and Machining operation. The Machine Operators are responsible for measuring, threading, and adjusting flange fit and facing the flange on pieces of ductile or steel pipe. The position will require the use of all types of manual machine tools, such as lathes and threaders. Work also includes operating the machines and cranes to move pipe in and out of machining centers.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Ensuring personal safety and the safety of your team members.
• Assist supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wear appropriate PPE which may include fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head and eye protection.
• Responsible for cleanliness of the assigned work area.
• Proactively promote the McWane Way principles.
• Follow all processes and procedures associated with the Waterman Safety Management Program. Inform management of any deviations from this program.
• Identify fabrication requirements for each piece of pipe.
• Operate forklift to move pipe inside/outside the plant.
• Operate pipe cut off saw.
• Place pipe in machine, center the pipe, and tighten for work. After the pipe is in place, machine tapered threads into the pipe. Verify measurements such as thread depth and taper accuracy.
• Test the flange after threading to ensure it screws onto the pipe accurately.
• Apply glue on pipe and flange and use the machine to tighten the flange onto the pipe.
• For Threaders – Remove pipe from machine and move to next processing operation.
• For Lathes – run the cutting tool across the surface of the flange to flush fit the flange onto the pipe.
• Work with pipe and flanges primarily from 3″ to 24″ in diameter, and lengths from 6 inches to 18 feet.
• Proficient with quality and able to meet prescribed production output objectives for the work center.
• Paint and package finished product.
• Read a tape measure and micrometer; basic math skills.
• Understand machinery processes; maintain consistent attendance.
• Help and volunteer across a variety of different machines; maintain a positive, hard-working attitude.

Work Environment

• Stand, walk, and use hands to handle or feel objects; communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Occasionally reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Adhere to PPE requirements (steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection) and work in dust and fumes.
• Overtime and extended hours may be required; outdoor work in all weather conditions; loud noises.
• Operate forklift or overhead crane and maintain knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
• Specific vision abilities include close, peripheral, and depth perception; ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a machine operator in manufacturing.
• Computer skills.

Position Requirements

• Physical requirements include standing, walking, stooping, balancing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting.
• Must wear appropriate PPE and work in conditions of heat, cold, noise, and vibration.
• Must be able to operate forklift or overhead crane.
• Possible overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and tolerate loud noises.
• Knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

Working Hours and Benefits

• Schedule: M-F 5:00 am – 1:30 pm
• Starting Hourly Rate: $22.33
• After 6 Months: $22.86
• After 1 Year: $23.40
• Benefits include 9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, 3 weeks vacation, weekly pay, 401k, health insurance, Education Assistance, Wellness Program, and Employee Assistance Program.

Legal and Disclaimer

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover all activities; duties may change at any time with or without notice. McWane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Federal VEVRAA contractor. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of various protected categories as required by law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.