Manufacturing Technician I: Pipe Systems & Assembly

Smeal SFA; Snyder (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits start day one

Military-friendly employer

Education Reimbursement

Relocation opportunities

Job summary

Smeal SFA is seeking a Technician Manufacturing I in Snyder, NE. The role involves plumbing-focused tasks in a plant setting, including cutting, bending, assembling pipes, and verifying systems for leaks. You will read blueprints, use tape measures, and operate hand and power tools daily.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years plumbing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. Drug/background screening is required as part of hiring.

Qualifications

• Required education, skills, and experience to be successful: Preferred 1-2 years of plumbing experience.
• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand plumbing drawings within the first 90 days of employment.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements.
• Ability to use common hand tools and power tools such as drills, and screw guns.
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Successful completion of the drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Cutting and threading pipes using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe threading machine.
• Bend pipes to the required angle by using a pipe bending machine or by bending by hand.
• Join pipes by using screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulk joints.
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes.
• Fill pipe systems with water or air and read pressure gauges to check for system leaks.

Skills

Plumbing experience

Reading blueprints/drawings

Reading tape measure

Teamwork

Professional communication

Drug and background screening cleared

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pipe cutters

Cutting torch

Pipe threading machine

Tape measure

Power tools (drill, screw gun)

Job description

Smeal SFA is seeking a Technician Manufacturing I in Snyder, NE. The role involves plumbing-focused tasks in a plant setting, including cutting, bending, assembling pipes, and verifying systems for leaks. You will read blueprints, use tape measures, and operate hand and power tools daily.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years plumbing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. Drug/background screening is required as part of hiring.