Machine Operator Assistant

Metals USA Plates and Shapes, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Metals USA Plates and Shapes, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator Assistant to support processing material per job shop orders and customer requirements. You will help the Machine Operator with setup, coordinate coil staging with crane operators, and assist with documentation and quality checks.

The role requires familiarity with cranes, forklifts, and coil metal processes, and will involve inspecting coils for damage, recording measurements, and maintaining safe, efficient production flow.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as described in the job function.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Always work safely while processing material per shop orders and customer requirements.
• Assist with setup and helper personnel as needed and coordinate coil staging with crane operators.
• Assist with all required documentation, including shop orders, Slitter shift reports, and inspection sheets.
• Use required tools and equipment, including measuring instruments (tape measure, vernier, micrometer) and production equipment (uncoiler, slitter head, crop shear, recoiler, tension stand, and related systems)
• Back-up with Set up and start jobs by reviewing shop orders, preplanning work, inspecting coils for damage, and recording coil width.
• Back-up to operate and monitor equipment throughout the process, including feeding material, inspecting defects, and recording measurements.

Skills

Teamwork

Attendance & punctuality

Independent work

Follow instructions

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Coil metal knowledge

Slitter operations

Tools

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Slitter equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Machine Operator Assistant is responsible for assisting of processing material according to job shop orders and customer requirements, while help the Machine Operator on direct setup and helper personnel and coordinating coil staging with crane operators.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Job Function

• Always work safely while processing material per shop orders and customer requirements
• Assit with setup and helper personnel as needed and coordinate coil staging with crane operators
• Assit with all required documentation, including shop orders, Slitter shift reports, and inspection sheets
• Use required tools and equipment, including measuring instruments (tape measure, vernier, micrometer) and production equipment (uncoiler, slitter head, crop shear, recoiler, tension stand, and related systems)
• Back-up with Set up and start jobs by:
  • Reviewing shop orders and verifying coil information
  • Preplanning work and ensuring materials and personnel are ready
  • Inspecting coils for damage, rust, and proper specifications
  • Measuring and recording coil width and notifying CSR if out of spec
• Back-up to operate and monitor equipment throughout the process, including:
  • Feeding material through equipment and adjusting components
  • Inspecting surface defects and verifying tolerances
  • Monitoring alignment, tension, and buildup on recoiler
  • Recording measurements and notifying CSR of issues
• Run material to completion per shop order requirements, assist team members as needed, and perform break, tape, and offloading functions
• Communicate with crane operators to prevent line backup and ensure continuous production flow
• Maintain clean and organized work area and ensure good housekeeping practices

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong work ethic with a commitment to teamwork
• Positive attitude and dependable attendance, including punctuality
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Experience or familiarity with crane and forklift operation
• Familiar with coil metal products and characteristics exhibited in cutting metal
• Familiar with the operations of a slitter