Precision Tubing T-Drill Operator

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing is seeking a T-Drill Operator for our Cincinnati-area facility. You will set up and operate a T-Drill to form metal tubing per specifications, reading blueprints and drawings to align with exact dimensions.

The role involves measuring, adjusting, and inspecting outputs for quality, with collaboration across production, supervision, and Quality teams. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and strong math skills, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and measurements.
• Perform basic math for measuring angles, lengths, and material specs.
• Troubleshoot machine or material-quality issues to keep production on track.
• Maintain high attention to detail and accuracy in setup and output.
• Collaborate with peers and supervisors to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required protective gear in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the T-Drill machine.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to understand project dimensions and specifications.
• Identify and cut tubing and fittings to meet customer specifications.
• Load and secure tubes or pipes, check alignment, and start drilling.
• Monitor machine operation, adjust for accuracy, and inspect finished products for quality.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and tape measures for measurements.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting to support reliability.
• Record production runs, materials used, and any issues or discrepancies.
• Follow safety procedures and use protective gear as required.
• Work with operators, supervisors, and Quality staff to ensure product quality and production efficiency.

Skills

Read blueprints

Basic math

Troubleshoot machine issues

Attention to detail

Collaborative approach

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

GED

Job description

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing is seeking a T-Drill Operator for our Cincinnati-area facility. You will set up and operate a T-Drill to form metal tubing per specifications, reading blueprints and drawings to align with exact dimensions.

The role involves measuring, adjusting, and inspecting outputs for quality, with collaboration across production, supervision, and Quality teams. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and strong math skills, with a focus on safety and accuracy.