Production Operator

ZipRecruiter; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the steel industry is seeking a floor mechanic for its pipe mill operations. The successful candidate will perform essential maintenance duties, ensure safety and quality standards, and operate machinery as needed. Previous experience in manufacturing and mechanical skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Physical ability to perform all job functions.
• Previous training and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential duties of a floor mechanic in the pipe mill.
• Operate overhead cranes and motorized vehicles.
• Minimize operational delays by identifying potential hazards.

Skills

General mechanical skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Job description

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OVERVIEW

These positions are located at the Vallourec Star pipe mill operations. Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of a floor mechanic in and around designated areas of the pipe mill operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Commitment to safety and quality
• Area 5S tasks
• Flexible to work any shift assigned
• Autonomous maintenance tasks – i.e. grease, oil, check fluid levels, etc.
• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and motorized vehicles
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Perform minor troubleshooting of electrical/mechanical problems
• Have knowledge of the locations of all shutdown and lockout switches in assigned area
• Remove scrap from area
• Operate all floor stations in assigned area
• Make adjustments to equipment as directed by operators or supervisors
• Have knowledge of the functionality of all equipment in the pipe mill
• Have knowledge of all quality defects and their
• Inspect pipe and report immediately any non-quality
• Perform the essential duties of floor operations
• Minimize operational delays by proactively tending to breakdowns, make rounds in all work areas and identify potential hazards or malfunctioning equipment
• Thoroughly complete shift report and submit to Team Leader by end of each shift
• Execute all tooling and roll changes
• Make effective repairs to equipment as necessary within the scope of your expertise
• Operate and understand QA tools and parameters of measurements (micrometers, etc)
• Other duties may be assigned

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have general mechanical skills: can effectively use torch and tools to accomplish tasks
• Must learn all of the area specific floor mechanic responsibilities
• skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Must be willing and able to cross-train in all floor operator areas
• Must be physically able to perform all job functions
• Directability
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Reliability/dependability
• Initiative
• Safety awareness
• Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback
• Pride in performance
• Continuous Improvement/Quality
• Communication.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous training and experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prefer experience with steel making and/or pipe mill operations