Mill Helper

Bull Moose Tube Company; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Quarterly bonus potential

401(k) plan

Job summary

Bull Moose Tube Company in Chicago Heights, IL is hiring a full-time Mill Helper to operate tube forming equipment and oversee mill operation, ensuring high-quality tubing while meeting safety and ISO standards.

The role involves changing over as orders dictate, setting up the de-dimpler, monitoring mill speeds, and inspecting finished products. Shifts run 4 p.m. to 12 a.m., with overtime and some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work overtime and/or various shifts.
• Steel industry experience preferred.
• Able to stand 8–12 hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Operate control panel on the tube packaging conveyor.
• Manually package tube bundles when automatic packaging is not available.
• Operate pneumatic banders to band tube bundles.
• Set up and operate the de-dimpler on the tube mill.
• Monitor mill speeds and maintain shop floor orders.
• Check length tolerance using a tape measure.
• Inspect OD scarf and surfaces for defects.

Skills

Strong verbal and math skills

Computer literate

Read a tape measure

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13755082 **Bull Moose Tube Company** is seeking to hire a **full-time Mill Helper**in our **Chicago Heights, IL location. The shift time is 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. An open schedule and OT when needed (including some Saturdays) are required.** We know that we would not be successful without our hardworking team made up of individuals who believe in maintaining a steadfast dedication to our customers and to each other. Here at Bull Moose Tube, we believe in teamwork, integrity, growth, and safety. In addition to our **collaborative and positive work environment**, we offer **competitive pay and a generous benefits package** which includes **comprehensive health and dental insurance options, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, quarterly bonus potential, and a rich 401(k) plan**! **ABOUT BULL MOOSE TUBE** Founded in 1962, Bull Moose Tube is a steel manufacturer committed to excellence in everything that we do. We boast more than a half-century of manufacturing and selling superior steel pipe and tube. Our enduring commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service has made us a long-standing dominant force in the market. We are driven to be the best. **SUMMARY:** Utilize tube forming equipment to produce ERW steel tubing. Oversee mill operation to ensure the highest quality tubing is achieved while adhering to safety and ISO standards. Perform complete and partial changeovers as orders dictate. Assure tubing piece count is accurate and bundles are properly configured. **ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:**

• Operate control panel on the tube packaging conveyor
• Manually package tube bundles when automatic packaging is not available
• Operate pneumatic banders to band tube bundles
• Set-up and operate the de-dimpler on the tube mill to remove dimples from round tube ends as orders dictate
• Monitor mill speeds and maintain shop floor orders
• Check length tolerance using a tape measure
• Inspect OD Scarf and other surfaces for defects to maintain the highest quality standards
• Maintain tube straightness per ASTM 500 or 513 spec by adjusting the dual turks-head stand or sizing stands
• Perform changeovers per order specifications, which include changing rolls in each roll stand of the mill **OTHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES:**
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Work cooperatively with others to ensure constructive and productive business relationships
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures
• Understand and effectively use the computerized programs **QUALIFICATIONS:**
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Computer literate
• Work well in a team-based environment **REQUIREMENTS:**
• High school diploma or GED
• Strong verbal and math skills
• Able to accurately read a tape measure
• Flexibility to work overtime and/or various shifts
• Able to stand 8 to 12 hours per day **\*Steel industry experience preferred.** This job posting does not comprise an exhaustive list of all functions that this employee may be required to perform; the employee may be required to perform additional duties/functions as assigned. *Bull Moose Tube is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.*