Copper Process/Pipe Bender

Modine

Lexington (VA)

On-site

USD 50,400 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401(k)

Health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Flex spending benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health Savings Account

Much more

Job summary

Modine is seeking an operator for copper pipe processing on 2nd shift in Lexington, VA. The role involves setting up bending, cutting and punching machines, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality while following a production schedule.

Starting pay is $24.23/hour with a raise to $26.23 after 9 months plus a $1.00/hr shift differential. Requires 1+ year in pipe processing, ability to lift 50 lbs, and safe work practices.

Qualifications

1+ years in pipe processing or similar manufacturing role.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Skilled with hand tools and power tools for cutting and bending.
Knowledge of HVAC or refrigeration piping is a plus.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
High school diploma or GED; vocational training a plus.

Responsibilities

Set up copper bending, cutting and punching machines to print specs.
Set up T-drill machine to meet print requirements.
Measure finished copper to confirm quality standards.
Troubleshoot machinery to diagnose errors.
Follow schedule to ensure timely delivery to production lines.
Complete preventive maintenance on all machines.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Machinery setup

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or vocational training (plus)

Tools

Copper pipe machinery (benders, cutters, punches)

T-drill machine

Job description

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com.

Position Description

Operators will complete all stages of copper pipe processing. This will include handling of raw material using fork trucks, pallets jacks, and hand loading. Operators will be required to master all machinery used in copper pipe processing. This will include small and large diameter benders, tube cutters, tube punches, and t-drill machines. Operators must pass all in-house brazing courses and complete varying brazes throughout the workday.

Hours:

2nd Shift 3:00PM-11:30PM

Pay:

Starting Rate is $24.23/hour after 9 months the pay rate will increase to $26.23

Shift differential:

$1.00/hr

Location

60 Collierstown Rd, Lexington, VA 24450

Key Responsibilities:

Setup copper bending, cutting and punching machines to meet print requirements.
Setup T-drill machine to meet print requirements.
Measure finished copper to ensure quality requirements are met.
Trouble shoot all machinery to help diagnose any errors.
Work from a provided schedule to ensure proper delivery to lines.
Complete all require preventive maintenance task on all machine.

Required Education & Qualifications:

1+ years of experience in pipe processing or similar manufacturing role (experience with copper piping preferred).
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Skilled in using hand tools and power tools for cutting and bending.
Knowledge of HVAC or refrigeration piping systems is a plus.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
High school diploma of GED required; technical certification or vocational training is a plus.

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more.