Night-Shift Pipe Extraction & Mandrel Prep Operator

Savard Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

SAVARD Personnel Group is seeking an Extractor/Mandrel Prep Operator for a pipe manufacturing facility in Houston, TX. This role involves removing cured pipes from mandrels, operating production equipment, and preparing mandrels for the next production cycle.

The position requires safety-conscious performance on a night shift, with overnight availability and potential temp-to-hire progression. Prior manufacturing or material handling experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic education or equivalent as accepted by management.
• Two years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Reliable attendance and availability to work overnight.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload pipes using hoist cranes.
• Follow the production cycle to pass pipes through oven zones.
• Secure mandrel components using pins, adapters, and locks.
• Move cured pipes from the oven to the extractor rack.
• Operate a cutting saw to release sleeves from mandrels.
• Move mandrels to the extraction unit and remove finished pipes.
• Prepare mandrels for the next production cycle by installing sleeves and masking tape.
• Inspect and clean sleeves to ensure they are in good condition.
• Move prepared mandrels to the winding station.
• Monitor product quality and record daily production activity.
• Report machine, tool, or equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Keep the work area and tools clean.
• Follow all safety procedures and production standards.

Skills

Follow safety procedures

Overnight shift readiness

Physical stamina

Attendance reliability

Teamwork

Education

Basic education or equivalent

Job description

SAVARD Personnel Group is seeking an Extractor/Mandrel Prep Operator for a pipe manufacturing facility in Houston, TX. This role involves removing cured pipes from mandrels, operating production equipment, and preparing mandrels for the next production cycle.

The position requires safety-conscious performance on a night shift, with overnight availability and potential temp-to-hire progression. Prior manufacturing or material handling experience is a plus.