CTL Operator - 35000

Metals Solutions LLC DBA Jemison Metals; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Metals Solutions LLC DBA Jemison Metals is seeking a CTL Operator to manage the Stretcher Leveler CTL line in Sumter, SC. The role requires operating the HMI, loading and unloading CTL, and ensuring product dimensions meet customer specifications.

The operator will monitor line parameters, perform basic maintenance, and document job progress. Strong attention to safety, quality, and teamwork is essential in this on-site, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Understanding of CTL machine (Stretcher Leveler CTL) operations and HMI interfaces.
• Ability to read and interpret measurements and dimensions for quality control.
• Familiarity with safety procedures for industrial equipment and overhead crane operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate the HMI computer and control the CTL line on a daily basis.
• Load/unload CTL and adjust knives, guides, and components as needed.
• Monitor CTL parameters, perform routine maintenance, and document results.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify sizes and tolerances.
• Coordinate with and direct other line workers during CTL operation.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and ensure traceability of finished goods.

Skills

HMI operation

Measurement tools

Overhead cranes

Safety procedures

Data entry

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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CTL Operator - 35000

Full Time Sumter, SC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1120

Job Summary:

The Stretcher Leveler CTL (the “Line”) Operator (the “Operator”) uses Human Machine Interface (HMI), a highly sophisticated computer system, to change program parameters that control the Line’s various operations. The Operator Utilizes built-in as well as hand held instruments to measure flatness, gauge, width and length. The Operator uses integrated machine controls to set- up, start, stop, adjust, monitor, trend, and operate the Line to process coils of steel to customer and the manufacturer specifications..

Set-up includes calculations for and verification and/or adjustment of knives, shears, levelers and guides. The Operator follows the Stretcher Leveler CTL manufacturer instructions for starting, stopping, and adjusting the Stretcher Leveler CTL. Monitoring includes the observation of various meters and gauges that indicate machine operating parameters and job progress. As part of the monitoring responsibility, the operator is charged with insuring that the Stretcher Leveler CTL is operated within manufacturer’s acceptable limits of operating parameters (pressure, amperage, etc.) and that the finished goods meet customer specifications.

The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator will be required to have working knowledge of the entire line, and will be required to work the entire line on any given day. Operators will also be required to be capable of loading and unloading the finished goods, changing knives and changing the removable media sheets from the Stretcher Leveler CTL. The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator will direct other line workers while he is acting in the Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator role.

In this job function, the Operator is called on to operate overhead cranes and forklifts. This includes the collection, packaging, tagging, labeling, and transfer of finished goods. This operation may include the operation of overhead cranes, sheet lifters, forklifts, and banding machines. The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator provides information to packaging personnel to ensure customer specifications are met, and that traceability is maintained.

The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator has the final accountability for monitoring and verifying the quality of finished goods and their adherence to customer specifications, and in maintaining traceability. This includes visual observation and inspection of material for surface defects, burrs, etc., the use of precision measurement tools for size verification, and the monitoring of on-board measurement tooling. The operator is called on to verify the calibration of precision measurement tools to insure their accuracy.

The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator uses, completes, or produces documentation that indicates job status and progress, materials used, returned, or scrapped, results of monitoring, measuring, or testing, and placement or identification of finished products. This documentation is completed according to policies and procedures established at specific locations.

The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator is responsible for the availability of supplies and for the general cleanliness and housekeeping of the applicable work area. The incumbent fulfills this responsibility personally and through the direction of various helpers. These responsibilities insure uninterrupted operation of production equipment and a clutter free and safe working environment. In the event of malfunction, the Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator will be responsible for general maintenance and repair and is responsible for the notification of facility maintenance and/or supervisory personnel for a malfunction not considered general maintenance.

The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator performs all duties according to location policies and procedures, manufacturer instructions, and within accepted safety rules and practices. The incumbent is aware of all applicable emergency procedures and may be called upon to direct others in these procedures. The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator while he is acting in the Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator role, gives work directions to various helpers. The incumbent is also called on to provide on-the-job instruction in the essential functions of the Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator job for the purpose of developing the skills of others. The Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator will take direction from other Stretcher Leveler CTL Operators when he is not working in the Operator role.

At the discretion of supervision or management, the Stretcher Leveler CTL Operator may be asked to perform other duties and tasks or fulfill other responsibilities for which (s)he is qualified at any time.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate the HMI Computer
• Able to perform all functions of the entire line on any given day
• Perform General Machine Maintenance
• Set up or verify set up of CTL and its components
• Load and unload CTL
• Monitor, tend, and adjust CTL, its components and instrumentation
• Operate overhead cranes and rigging equipment
• Complete or produce work documentation
• Enter data into computer applications
• Monitor, measure, and test for specifications
• Transfer of material
• Packaging of material
• Use and calibrate general and precision measurement tools and test equipment
• Identifying, measuring, and tagging quantities of production material and scrap
• Provide direction to various helpers and assistants for CTL operation
• Other functions as assigned by supervision or management

Job Product or Result:

• Metal cut to specification
• All material accounted for
• Work documented

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Fullcomprehensive understanding of the Stretcher Leveler CTL machine (See last page of the position description)
• Complete Understanding of the HMI computer
• Operating procedures for CTL and its components
• Operating procedures for bander
• Operating procedures for overhead cranes and rigging equipment
• Safety and inspection requirements for overhead cranes
• Procedures for basic rigging equipment
• Basic four function math including fractions and decimals
• Reading of equipment instructions, work documentation
• Data entry into the HMI computer applications
• Use and calibration check of precision measurement and testing tools
• Use of basic hand tools and pneumatic tools
• Basic safety practices for industrial equipment
• Basic metal industry and company specific terminology
• Company policies and employee handbook issues
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001-2000 procedures

Required Attributes:

• Basic oral communication skill
• Ability to collect and convey moderately technical information
• Ability to direct others in work activities
• Ability to Operate the machine and the ability to work the line on any given day
• Willingness and ability to operate in a team environment
• Reasonable reasoning and problem solving capability
• Stamina for day-long standing activity
• Well developed eye-hand coordination

Tools and Equipment

• Basic hand tools
• Pneumatic tools
• General and precision measurement tools and testing equipment