Machine Operator

Sanderson Pipe; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson Pipe in Clarksville, TN is seeking a Production Machine Operator responsible for producing high-quality PVC Pipe. You will operate machines, perform troubleshooting, and conduct hourly checks to ensure product quality.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least two years of manufacturing experience. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied environments. Join our team to maintain production standards and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing.
• Forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent production with minimal scrap.
• Conduct hourly dimensional checks and measurements.
• Make changes on extrusion lines for quality.
• Lift and stack pipe as needed.
• Operate all equipment safely.
• Band pipe pallets correctly according to specs.
• Assist in product changeovers.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical problem solving

Use of screwdrivers, hand tools, and tape measures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years of Manufacturing experience

Forklift experience preferred

Job description

Position

Production Machine Operator

Reports To

Shift Team Lead

Job Summary

Machine Operators are responsible for the manufacturing of quality production of PVC Pipe. Machine Operators are responsible for the operation of all machines, troubleshooting machines and hourly quality checks and banding pipe.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent level of production with minimal amount of scrap.
• Responsible for hourly dimensional checks, measurements and associated paperwork as well as machine readings.
• Ability to make necessary changes on the extrusion lines to ensure quality pipe without assistance.
• Lift pipe from Beller table to the pipe cart when required.
• Stack pipe in the cart.
• Operate all equipment safely and according to proper procedure.
• Ability to band all pipe pallets, correctly and according to spec sheets.
• Ensure that the shift codes and dates are changed and that all print is legible and correct according to specification sheet, including ink color.
• Assist in product changeovers when necessary.
• Follow all safety guidelines and company policies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• All other duties assigned by Management

Essential Functions

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Work with a safety mindset
• Ability to read, write and do mathematical problem solving
• Ability to use screw drivers, hand tools and tape measures

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 2 years of Manufacturing experience
• Forklift experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, push and pull
• Maybe required to reach or grip with arms and hands
• Work in uncontrolled environments hot and cold