Mill Technician 2nd Shift

American SpiralWeld Pipe Company, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American SpiralWeld Pipe Company, LLC is seeking a Mill Technician to learn, operate, and troubleshoot spiral mill machinery safely and efficiently. You will perform setup, maintenance, and inspections, ensuring weld quality and production targets are met.

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read gauges and measurements are essential. The role emphasizes adherence to safety rules, collaboration with mill supervision, and timely communication of issues.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude is required and tested.
• Education: High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret measuring tools (tape, micrometer).
• Welding-related shop equipment experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols, PPE guidelines, LOTO and Fall Protection.
• Operate and troubleshoot spiral mill machinery safely and per instructions.
• Replace tooling to maintain production standards.
• Monitor mill performance and address issues for continuous operation.
• Complete maintenance tasks and document all work orders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tape measures & micrometer reading

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer-controlled panels

Tape measures

Calipers

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: The Mill Technician will learn, operate, and troubleshot spiral mill machinery safely and per the work instructions and supporting tools. Job Assignments include but are not limited to positions involving the Strip In-Feed, Gapping, Tracking, and Runout Table operations. The Technician will troubleshoot mill processes and equipment for mechanical issues, analyze failures, and make or suggest improvements as needed. * Mechanical aptitude required. Technicians must successfully complete company assessments or demonstrate and equivalent combination of relevant experience and skills to be eligible for consideration.

This role requires the employee to successfully perform the responsibilities below (other duties may be assigned). The employee must have the desire, willingness and ability to learn the duties they have not yet performed at a safe and proficient level.

1. Adhere to all safety protocols, policies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, including but not limited to Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Fall Protection.
2. Report any safety concerns or issues to the department manager or safety manager promptly.
3. Collaborate with mill supervision to establish work priorities and ensure efficient operations.
4. Replace tooling as needed to maintain production standards and efficiency.
5. Coordinate with other mill technicians to achieve overall mill performance targets.
6. Monitor mill machinery performance and address any issues that arise to ensure continuous operation.
7. Initiate work orders for corrective maintenance tasks to maintain equipment reliability.
8. Conduct inspections of faulty equipment and recommend necessary actions.
9. Evaluate used parts to assess changes in dimensional requirements and their impact on operations.
10. Install special functional and structural components in devices according to project specifications.
11. Engage in the proper setup of machines to ensure optimal functionality.
12. Monitor the quality of weld alignment throughout the welding process.
13. Perform preventive maintenance by lubricating and cleaning parts, replacing components, and adhering to other PM procedures.
14. Accurately document all activities and work orders in accordance with mill department guidelines.
15. Start devices and conduct performance tests to ensure effective operation.
16. Understand and execute retooling activities as required.
17. Assess mechanical devices in operation to identify and troubleshoot issues using appropriate tools, methods, and testing equipment.
18. Verify that all positions are checked and ready for operation before commencing work.
19. Assist other operators with their duties and provide cross-training to new operators, as assigned by management
20. Complete Mill Change Over per Work Instructions from start to finish.
21. Check wire and welding equipment to ensure proper startup according to the Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
22. Evaluate welding quality, identify defects, and implement corrective actions.
23. Minimize downtime by performing preventative measures
24. Use a forklift and/or overhead crane
25. Visually examine welds to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
26. Adjust machine setup to vary the size, location, and penetration of the weld bead as required.
27. Complete all required process and production reporting as required
28. Keep the work area clean and organized; change out the flux hopper when necessary.
29. Grind welded surfaces as needed.
30. Prepare quality control samples according to quality standards.
31. Perform all previous duties of Mill operator position & other duties as assigned by management.

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

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Troubleshooting industrial equipment experience required.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees and members of management.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute ratio and percentage and to interpret bar graphs. Ability to read and interpret linear and circumference measurements using tape measures and calipers.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Computer Skills: Ability to operate machine tool control console, providing input and interpreting readings on a computer screen.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: In-house welding certification desired.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: * Mechanical aptitude required. Must pass company tests to be considered.

1. Ability to read and interpret tape measures and micrometer. Experience in a combination of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulics fields.
2. Must be able to operate computer-controlled panels, including reading and interpreting console indicators and gauges.
3. Must be able to enter data into existing computer software, following on-screen prompts or written instructions.
4. Must be able to perform multi-skilled tasks including basic electrical repair and wiring, mechanical maintenance, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and advanced electrical controls and automation.
5. Must be experienced with hand and power tools.
6. Must have a willingness to learn and apply multiple job-related skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Mechanical Maintenance Certification preferred.
2. Knowledge of welding processes and experience as a welder preferred.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

All candidates are required to complete a background check and pre-employment physical and drug testing.