Roughing Operator I (Manual)

ELLWOOD; Irvine (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ELLWOOD in Irvine, Pennsylvania is seeking a Roughing Operator I. The role involves operating various metal-cutting machines and executing tasks per specifications. Ensuring safety and quality standards is critical, along with routine maintenance of equipment.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate experience in operating machinery and be willing to work on rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Experience with metal-cutting and processing machines.
• Ability to interpret specifications and blueprints.
• Familiarity with safety rules in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of metal-cutting machines.
• Plan setups and execute work per specifications.
• Train others in machinery operation.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines.

Skills

Operate conventional metal-cutting machines

Plan and execute work according to specifications

Determine operation sequence and tool selection

Use overhead cranes

Perform preventative maintenance

Job description

There are Roughing Operator I positions based in Irvine, but from time to time maybe assigned to the Corry/Warren Plants that may be awarded in the near future. The successful candidate(s) may be required to work rotating shifts, including 24/7, and in some areas there may be seven‑day continuous schedules and there will be times when overtime work (over 40 hours per week) will be mandatory.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate a variety of conventional metal‑cutting and related processing machines and equipment, including but not limited to lathes and saws for a wide range of steel forged products.
• Plan and perform setups, layouts, and execution of work according to product specifications, blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Determine proper operation sequence and select speeds, feeds, and cutting tools according to type of materials and finish requirements.
• Use special holding fixtures, counterbalances and counterweights for positioning and securing products in machines to assure tolerances are achieved.
• Operate overhead cranes and/or radio‑controlled cranes when and where required or assigned.
• Perform all work in accordance with plant safety rules.
• Maintain highest quality standards in the execution of all assigned work.
• Maintain all reports and record‑keeping as required.
• Train others in the proper operation of any and/or all machinery within the Machine Shop classifications/groups.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on all machines.
• Maintain all housekeeping in work area.
• Perform other routine labor work as assigned and as required in accordance with production flow.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.

Regular Attendance As Scheduled Is An Essential Function.

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.