Production Operator — Cold Draw & Quality Champion

Plymouth Tube Company - Trent; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Tube Company - Trent in Kentucky is seeking a Lead Operator to set up, operate, and troubleshoot Cold Draw processes. You will participate in a collaborative team environment to maximize production efficiency while ensuring zero-defect, high-quality products.

The role requires hands-on start-ups, changeovers, and routine maintenance with guidance from Production and Technical Support; you will load components, inspect issues, and document quality and safety concerns, while adhering to

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or GED; manufacturing experience is a plus
• Forklift and Crane certifications are required or preferred
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, and Rockwell Automation software

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders on time
• Participate in problem-solving and kaizen events to improve performance
• Operate equipment during start-ups, shut-downs, and changeovers
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine maintenance as directed
• Load, unload, and inspect parts per drawings
• Update supervisor on quality, production, and safety issues
• Inspect and manage hazardous waste staging areas

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Reading and interpreting drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Crane Certification

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office Suite

Rockwell Automation Software

Job description

Plymouth Tube Company - Trent in Kentucky is seeking a Lead Operator to set up, operate, and troubleshoot Cold Draw processes. You will participate in a collaborative team environment to maximize production efficiency while ensuring zero-defect, high-quality products.

The role requires hands-on start-ups, changeovers, and routine maintenance with guidance from Production and Technical Support; you will load components, inspect issues, and document quality and safety concerns, while adhering to