Roll Operator A

Samuel, Son & Co.; Lebanon (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. in the United States seeks a skilled welder/fabricator to operate roll machines and welding equipment, read blueprints, and follow safety procedures. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to perform basic math and measurements.

The position involves standing for long periods, lifting, and using hand and power tools in a manufacturing setting. Training may be provided for specific equipment, with emphasis on quality and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training and at least one year of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bills of materials, blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with other employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and understand a tape measure.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must possess good mechanical ability and operate welding and fabricating machines.
• Demonstrates ability to operate welding and fabricating tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clock in/out on each job using the shop order.
• Operate roll machine and set required settings for material type and size.
• Weld seams using manual welding equipment.
• Potentially operate flame cutting torches or plasma cutter.
• Report quality or safety issues to supervisor.
• Work as a team member and maintain safety practices.
• Care for equipment and promote workplace safety improvements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Work across departments as needed.

Skills

Reading & writing

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Computer basics

Tape measure reading

Education

High school diploma or GED with trades training

Tools

Welder

Grinder

Bandsaw

Ironworker

Overhead crane

Torch

Plasma cutter

Measuring devices

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will use shop order to clock in and out on each job as it is run.
• Operate the roll machine by selecting the required settings depending on type and size of material and drawing requirements.
• Operate manual welding equipment to fuse metal together to hold seams in place for long seam welding.
• May be required to operate flame cutting equipment torches or plasma cutter.
• Notifies supervisor of any quality or safety issues.
• Maintains effective interpersonal working relationships and functions as a team member.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Works in other departments on an as-needed basis.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Must have a basic understanding of computers.
• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
• Must be able to read blue prints.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training and at least one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bills of material, blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read & understand a tape measure.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions.
• Must possess good mechanical ability and the ability to perform basic calculations to operate welding and fabricating machines.
• Demonstrates ability to operate a welder, grinder, bandsaw, ironworker, overhead crane, torch, measuring devices and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
• Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand / walk – Frequent
• Bend / squat – Frequent
• Sitting – Occasionally
• Lifting – Frequent (0 -50 lbs., if > 50 lbs. w/assistance)
• Reaching / simple grasping – Frequent
• Push / Pulling – Frequent
• Lifting above waist / shoulders – Frequent
• Computer usage – Frequent
• Verbal Communication – Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Occasionally working in a wet environment
• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company