ACR Plugger Operator | Precision Tubing & Crane Duties

Mueller Copper Tube Company, LLC.; Fulton (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mueller Copper Tube Company, Inc. is seeking an ACR Helper/Automatic Plugger Machine Operator to operate and monitor the Automatic Plugger in the ACR Department. The role involves loading copper tubing with an overhead crane and ensuring efficient processing of 20 ft tubing sections.

The operator will load and position tubes, monitor for malfunctions, apply plugs, lubricants, and maintain production records for each shift.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 10 pounds.
• Experience with overhead crane operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate Automatic Plugger Machine using control panel.
• Monitor machine for malfunctions and contact maintenance or supervisor if needed.
• Place plugs/caps onto machine rack at waist level.
• Move finished product to storage area with overhead crane.
• Remove defective tubes (up to 25 pounds) up to 15 times per shift.
• Pull and push tubes to roll and arrange on holding rack (up to 10 pounds).
• Spray aerosol lubricant onto the machine.
• Record number of tubes processed using paper and pencil.
• Use remote control to operate overhead crane.
• Place straps in finished product area for crane movement.
• Reach overhead to remove straps (2–3 ounces) 10–20 times per shift.

Tools

Automatic Plugger Machine

Overhead crane

Printer machine

Control panel

Remote crane control

Job description

Mueller Copper Tube Company, Inc. is seeking an ACR Helper/Automatic Plugger Machine Operator to operate and monitor the Automatic Plugger in the ACR Department. The role involves loading copper tubing with an overhead crane and ensuring efficient processing of 20 ft tubing sections.

The operator will load and position tubes, monitor for malfunctions, apply plugs, lubricants, and maintain production records for each shift.