Tube Mill Operator - Advanced Metal Forming & Setup

United Way of Greenville County; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ACERO in Indiana is seeking a Machine Operator III - Tube Mill Operator to run and maintain tube mill equipment, ensuring products meet exact dimensions and quality standards.

You will set up machines, read blueprints, monitor processes, and contribute to safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements. This on-site role requires 1–3 years of metal forming experience and proficiency with calipers and micrometers.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with metal forming machinery preferred.
• Proficiency in operating metal forming machinery, and other milling equipment.
• Troubleshooting hydraulics and/or electric systems in a metal forming machine preferred.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Familiarity with using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Basic math skills for performing calculations related to dimensions, tolerances, and angles.
• Experience in fabricating and assembling components.
• Knowledge of stationary crane operation for moving heavy materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.
• Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
• Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
• Monitor equipment operation to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Read work orders to determine product specifications.
• Determine production equipment settings and adjust as needed.
• Record operational or production data for traceability.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mechanical knowledge

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting hydraulics

Interpreting work orders

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Milling equipment

Job description

ACERO in Indiana is seeking a Machine Operator III - Tube Mill Operator to run and maintain tube mill equipment, ensuring products meet exact dimensions and quality standards.

You will set up machines, read blueprints, monitor processes, and contribute to safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements. This on-site role requires 1–3 years of metal forming experience and proficiency with calipers and micrometers.