Machine Opr I

Thompson Pipe Group; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision

401K Retirement Plan (Company Match)

Paid Holidays

Training and Development

Job summary

Thompson Pipe Group in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Machine Operator to run various equipment, including welding and crane operations, to support concrete pipe production. The role requires following the supervisor’s schedule, inspecting welds, and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

The position offers a Monday–Friday 5:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. shift with potential overtime and weekend work, plus benefits and career training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Safety-first attitude.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operates steel mill equipment and performs setup on SWP mill.
• Inspects welds for quality and structural soundness.
• Operates overhead crane to move plate and machinery.
• Performs Hot Work (welding, cutting, grinding) as required.
• Maintains housekeeping and pre-operation checks.

Job description

Thompson Pipe Group - Grand Prairie is looking for a Machine Operator.
Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 - $20.00/HR
Scheduled Shift: Monday -Friday 5:00a.m.-5:00p.m. (OT & Weekends as required)
Shift is subject to change. Employees are usually required to rotate to support 2nd shift (Monday - Friday 5:00p.m.-5:00a.m.)

What We Offer:

• Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Benefits eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• Safety workwear program
• Life and Supplement Life
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Training and Development
• Employee Discounts

Who We are

Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. From the humble beginnings, we built a family of products to meet the needs of all kinds of infrastructure. Each generation of products is better than the previous.

Thompson Pipe Group is now the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US but all of North America. Please visit our website at www.thompsonpipegroup.com

The Machine Operator is responsible for running various types of equipment. This operator will be the main crane operator for the steel plant liner.He/Shewill produce resistance welded cages for the reinforcement of the concrete pipes produced and/or run the re-coiler machine. The operator is to follow the schedule which is produced by his supervisor. The coils and cages are to be inspected visually and physically for deficiencies in the welding process. The operator will adjust if deficiencies are found with the welding process or notify his supervisor. The material must be handled properly. Housekeeping around the machine and department is an absolute must.

Essential Functions

• Operates any three of the main operator stations independently on the SWP mill asdeterminedby the Lead.
• Performs set-up andoperatessub-arc welders on the SWP Mill.
• Inspects completed welds todeterminestructural soundness.
• Consistentlyoperatessuccessfully from the sub-arc control panel and the mainoperator’sstation.
• Operates overhead crane to move plate, coil, and machinery.
• Identifiesand correctly uses the different fillers and fluxes for various thicknesses of metal.
• Measure’spipe dimensions and material to the nearest 32nd of an inch andadjustsmachine settings to achieve the desired output.
• Operates a variety of machinery andpossessesa basic mechanical aptitude performing minor repairs and lubrication.
• Performs Hot Works (welding, cutting & grinding) as needed for equipment maintenance or production requirements.
• Responsible for the organization and housekeeping of designatedstationas well as performing pre-operationsinspections.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a safety-first attitude
• Be respectful to all persons
• Be responsible,dependableand trustworthy
• Complete sub-arc welding process certification within the steel plant under QA supervision, single and tandem.
• Must be able to passpracticaland written overhead crane training course.
• Must be familiar with machinery andpossessa basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to understand and interpret drawings for basic dimensions
• 1-3 years min experience with arc welding machines
• Flexible for non-standard working hours
• Must have good organizational/housekeeping skills and problem resolution skills
• Required to lift and move objects up to 75lbs
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee isfrequentlyexposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanicalpartsand vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis occasionally required tostand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects,toolsor controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to75pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 5:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. OT will berequiredas needed. This position regularly requires weekend work and 2nd shift rotation.

We are located at1004 MacArthur Blvd. Grand Prairie, TX 75050

EOE/AA – M/F/Vet/Disability

Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure is an Equal Opportunity Employer