Coil Handling Operator

Norsk Hydro; Rockledge (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Rx

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings with match

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Alabama seeks a maintenance technician for the welded tube area to inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and operate cranes for coil handling. You will ensure material meets specifications and tolerances while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The role requires basic math, measurement with micrometers/calipers, and ability to read blueprints. Strong teamwork and adherence to safety and process standards are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Basic math knowledge to verify measurements and tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions and blueprints.
• Proficiency with measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment in the welded tube area (cranes, annealer, coiler, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Use jib crane or overhead crane to handle coils.
• Ensure material conforms to specs and tolerances (level wind, OD).
• Measure tube OD, coil OD & ID with micrometers/calipers/tape.
• Operate hoist/cranes to move material as needed.
• Keep WIP warehouses clean and organized.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor in-line annealing system.
• Pack material according to procedures.

Skills

Basic math

Measuring instruments

Crane operation

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Process standards knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

What we offer you

• Medical
• Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

What you will be doing

• Able to perform inspection of all equipment in the welded tube area including cranes, annealer, coiler, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
• Use jib crane or overhead crane to handle coils.
• Ensure that material being produced conforms to specs and tolerances. (level wind, OD, etc.)
• Use of measurement tools to measure tube OD, coil OD & ID, etc. (micrometers, tape measure, calipers, etc.)
• Operate hoist/cranes to remove material from coiler. (time sensitive)
• Keep the WIP warehouses area clean and organized.
• MRT material if found out of spec
• Set-up, adjust, and monitor in-line annealing system
• Packs material according to procedures and instructions
• Set-up, adjust, and monitor purging system
• Set-up, adjust, and monitor marking systems
• Breaks to be taken outside of production down time. (profile change outs, set changes)
• Perform other related duties as assigned to maintain work flow or respond to emergency conditions.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with 5 S standards.
• Requires the ability to perform all duties within limitation of the standard methods and procedures, and in accordance with strict adherence to HSE, quality and productivity requirements.

What will make you successful?

• Ability to handle basic math.
• Ability to use measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers and tape measure, where interpretation is required.
• Ability to operate a jib crane, overhead crane, and electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and interpret simple reference material such as printed instructions and blueprints.
• Excellent mental and visual attention to monitor operations involving repetitive or diversified work requiring constant alertness or activity.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Knowledge of process related standards.
• Proven ability to develop successful partnerships with internal and external team members