Machine Operator III - Tube Mill Operator

United Way of Greenville County; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ACERO in Indiana is seeking a Machine Operator III - Tube Mill Operator to run and maintain tube mill equipment, ensuring products meet exact dimensions and quality standards.

You will set up machines, read blueprints, monitor processes, and contribute to safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements. This on-site role requires 1–3 years of metal forming experience and proficiency with calipers and micrometers.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with metal forming machinery preferred.
• Proficiency in operating metal forming machinery, and other milling equipment.
• Troubleshooting hydraulics and/or electric systems in a metal forming machine preferred.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Familiarity with using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Basic math skills for performing calculations related to dimensions, tolerances, and angles.
• Experience in fabricating and assembling components.
• Knowledge of stationary crane operation for moving heavy materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.
• Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
• Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
• Monitor equipment operation to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Read work orders to determine product specifications.
• Determine production equipment settings and adjust as needed.
• Record operational or production data for traceability.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mechanical knowledge

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting hydraulics

Interpreting work orders

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Milling equipment

Job description

Machine Operator III - Tube Mill Operator

Job ID: FL1235-13

Advertised Job Type: Permanent - Full-time regular employment

Work Type: On Site

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Tube Mill Machine Operator will be responsible for operating machines designed to shape and form metal or other materials. These operators set up, maintain, and operate machinery, ensuring products meet specific dimensions and quality standards. The operator will play a key role in improving safety, quality, productivity, and cost on existing manufacturing processes.

• Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.
• Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
• Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
• Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
• Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
• Select production equipment according to product specifications.
• Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
• Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
• Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.
• Operate grinding equipment.
• Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
• Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
• Feed materials or products into or through equipment.
• Determine production equipment settings.
• Record operational or production data.
• Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.
• Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with metal forming machinery preferred.
• Proficiency in operating metal forming machinery, and other milling equipment.
• Trouble shooting mechanics, hydraulics and/or electric systems in a metal forming machine preferred.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Familiarity with using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Basic math skills for performing calculations related to dimensions, tolerances, and angles.
• Experience in fabricating and assembling components.
• Knowledge of stationary crane operation for moving heavy materials preferred.

Safety Requirements

• Safety glasses.
• Safety shoes.
• Uniform (pants and shirt).
• Non-Climate Control.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Dusty
• Enclosed environments
• Exposure to paint, adhesives and petroleum products odors.

Physical Requirements

• Standing / Walking - 100%
• Lifting of up to 50 lbs. - 25 - 50%
• Bending and Squatting - 25 - 50%
• Using both hands, fingers, arms, and shoulders in repetitive movements - 75 – 100%
• Reach out up to 6 feet tall - 75 - 100%

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