Cut Off Operator
TUBING MILL HR Full Time Houston, TX, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1271
Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.50 Hourly
Job Purpose
The Cut off Operator shall operate in the functions of cutting material in accordance with plant policies and procedures. He/she will ensure a safe and compliant operation during his/her shift.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Preparation of machinery for production by setting-up machinery, adjusting, and re-tooling machinery as necessary, replacing worn blades
- Maintain machinery specifications by observing machine operations; detecting machinery malfunctions.
- Feed tube material into machine by efficiently positioning and/or manually feeding stock into machine; operating saw manually; and initiating cutting procedure
- Check that all machinery is properly serviced before start up and during shift
- Assists in repair and replacement of equipment during maintenance shutdowns.
- Communicate with crew to achieve a quality product.
- Assist in changeovers and Mill stops.
- The employee is responsible for tube length, straightness of cut and product appearance.
- Communicating to Supervisor any problems with material and equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Competencies
- Years of Experience:
- A High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required.
- 1 year of Pipe Manufacturing experience.
- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
- Manual dexterity required for operating, machinery, hand tools and hand held technical devices.
- Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and Cut Off operation is a plus.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds required.
- Employee must be able to work with a flexible schedule which may require over-time.
- Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and Crane operation.
- Personal Competencies:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understands all applicable location safety rules and regulations and makes sure that all are being followed.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
- Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted on site.
- The ability to lift 25/50 pounds regularly.
- The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
- The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
- The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
- The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
- The ability to work in loud, hot environments/extreme weather while wearing required PPE.
- Ability to see 20-20 when corrected.
- Ability to identify and distinguish colors.