Plate Machine Operator

nVent; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

nVent is hiring a Plate Machine Operator in Richland, MS. This on-site, full-time role involves setting up a plate roll, loading aluminum sheets with a vacuum lifter, and operating the machine with hand controls. You will verify dimensions, tack-weld ends, stencil IDs, and move pieces to the staging area.

Ideal candidates read prints, maintain accuracy, and collaborate with team members. Forklift certification and ability to lift up to 40 lbs are required in a non-air-conditioned production

Qualifications

• Must be able to read tape measure and interpret basic prints.
• Ability to prioritize based on production schedules and adapt to changing needs.
• Experience with manufacturing BOMs, material handling, and inventory control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reference print to confirm number of sheets to be rolled and radius to be used.
• Adjust settings on the plate roll machine for the correct radius and material thickness.
• Load sheets of aluminum into the machine using a vacuum lifter and roller table.
• Operate machine using joystick-style hand controls (toggle switches).
• Stop machine upon completion of roll; check rolled aluminum for roundness, radius, and end alignment.
• Tack weld ends together for cylindrical pieces; remove piece using overhead crane or by hand as appropriate.
• Mark identification numbers or stencil as needed; move pieces to staging area.
• Keep count of rolled pieces and report to Team Lead daily.
• Maintain housekeeping to keep area free of scrap and debris.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Accurate record-keeping

Team collaboration

Forklift certification

Physical strength (lift up to 40 lbs)

Tools

Plate roll machine

MIG welding machine

Stencil

Tape measure

Overhead crane

Job description

## Plate Machine OperatorApply: On-site: Richland, MS, US: Full time: Posted Today: R24353We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.**WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:*** Reference print to confirm number of sheets to be rolled and radius to be used.* Adjust settings on the plate roll machine for the correct radius and material thickness.* Load sheets of aluminum into the machine using a vacuum lifter and roller table.* Operate machine using joystick-style hand controls (toggle switches).* Stop machine upon completion of roll; check rolled aluminum to verify roundness, correct radius, and alignment of ends.* For completely rolled (cylindrical) pieces, tack weld ends together to hold the cylinder shape.* Upon completion, remove piece from plate roll machine by hand (smaller pieces) or using overhead crane (larger pieces)* Check for piece for identification number (if not already marked, stencil on) and move piece to the designated staging area* Keep count of the number of pieces rolled and submit to Team Lead daily.* Perform ongoing housekeeping duties to keep work area clear of scrap and debris* May use Plate roll machine, MIG welding machine, stencil, tape measure, ratcheting strap, hammer, overhead crane, radius-check templates.* Other duties as assigned**YOU HAVE:*** Able to read tape measure; basic print reading skills.* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.* Able to effectively prioritize work based on production schedules and changing needs.* Able to record material transactions accurately and electronically (using a computer).* Previous experience with manufacturing BOMs, material handling, inventory control, and similar activities is preferred, but not required.* Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members.* Able to achieve forklift certification and safely operate a forklift.* Able to manually lift items up to 40 lbs. and spend most of each shift standing and walking in a non-air-conditioned production environment.**WE HAVE:*** A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day + nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. + Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.* Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work + We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide + Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money* Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: + Innovative & adaptable + Dedicated to absolute integrity + Focused on the customer first + Respectful and team oriented + Optimistic and energizing + Accountable for performance* Benefits to support the lives of our employees**Benefit Overview**At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:* Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.* A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.* Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.Roll sheets of aluminum into a defined radius using a plate roll machine.