Precision Roll Mill Setup Operator

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Iowa; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search is seeking a Production Set-Up & Operator to join a manufacturing team in Iowa. You will set up and run roll mills, inspect materials, troubleshoot equipment, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance setup times, productivity, and product quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation, reading blueprints, and maintaining safe working conditions, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and maintenance planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to five years of roll mill or machine setup experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain roll mills and bar-processing equipment.
• Process standard bar products and measure to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Read blueprints, work orders, and instructions to complete production tasks.
• Inspect equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform preventive maintenance.
• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes after training.
• Maintain 5S practices and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Identify and report defects and production issues to supervision.

Skills

Machinery troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

5S/Lean

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Table saws

Radial saws

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

H.T. Prof Executive Search is seeking a Production Set-Up & Operator to join a manufacturing team in Iowa. You will set up and run roll mills, inspect materials, troubleshoot equipment, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance setup times, productivity, and product quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation, reading blueprints, and maintaining safe working conditions, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and maintenance planning.