Fabrication - PVC Pipe Bender

Atkore International; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Atkore International as a Fabrication Operator in Eugene, where you'll be responsible for running machinery to bend PVC pipes while ensuring product quality and safety compliance. This role offers a chance to grow in a collaborative environment, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization are necessary.
• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment.

Responsibilities

• Run various machines to bend pipe and cut lengths accurately.
• Ensure safety, quality, and production rates are maintained during operation.
• Perform quality checks on finished products throughout the operation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Basic math

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fabrication Operator (PVC Pipe Bender)

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Fab Operator to be based out of Eugene location Reporting to the Shift Lead.The Fabricator Operator will run various machines and saws in the area. The primary role is to use the machines to bend pipe by loading pipe into the machine and/or connecting pipe to the bender part of the machine. It is the operator’s job to keep an eye on specs and quality of the product.

What you’ll do:

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

SHIFT OPERATOR:

• Ensure safety, quality and production rates are maintained per set goals per machine
• Runs various machinery in Fabrication
• Has knowledge on safety procedures for each machine, E-Stops, pinch points, etc.
• Inform Shift Lead for any possible safety infractions
• Has knowledge of startup and shutdown procedures
• Keeps machines loaded and running at all times
• Informs forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on cut blanks to be produced
• Does QC specifications on finished product throughout the run
• Does QC paperwork on finished product throughout the run every two (2) hours
• Verifies quantities per box, per pallet, part number and labels are correct
• Housekeeping a must throughout the shift

SHIFT PIPE CUTTER:

• Runs various saws in Fabrication
• Signs off on the orientation sheet
• Has knowledge on safety procedures for each machine, E-Stops, pinch points, etc.
• Informs Shift Lead for any possible safety infraction
• Cuts various size pipe in Fabrication, sizes range from 1/2” thru 8” PVC. Cut lengths range 8-1/4” thru 106”. This varies on precut requests
• Directed by Shift Lead on what size and what cut length to be cut
• Informs forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on Fab Stock to be cut
• Must check cut length frequently for any deviation in cut length spec= plus or minus ¼”
• Housekeeping a must throughout the shift

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum educational requirement is high school diploma, or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Good understanding of basic math required for quick and accurate counting and calculations
• High attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization
• Shows initiative
• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• understand our Safety Culture
• You will learn the basic duties of your job
• understand how to promote to the next level of operator

Who we are:

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading

provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $18.75/hr . Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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