Tube Mill Technician - Master Tooling & Production

Samuel, Son & Co.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. is seeking an experienced tube mill operator/lead to uphold safety standards, train crews, and optimize production on three tube mills. You will coordinate tooling shipments, perform roll changes, and troubleshoot equipment while maintaining ISO, ASTM, and customer requirements.

The role requires 2+ years in steel tube or pipe production, forklift certification, and a strong team orientation to meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of direct experience in the steel tube or pipe industry.
• Ability to set up and operate carbon tube mills.
• Knowledge of tooling and components needed for changeovers.
• Forklift certified.
• Demonstrates ability to share knowledge with others.
• Team-oriented with positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
• Serve as a resource for operating crews including training and changeover processes.
• Monitor and adjust tube mill and auxiliary equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Communicate with tooling vendors, mill manager, and Purchasing on tooling shipments.
• Set up and operate carbon tube mills as needed.
• Load/unload tooling and assist with roll changes.
• Maintain ISO, ASTM, and customer standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.

Skills

Safety leadership

Operator training

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Tools

Mill tooling setup

Forklift certified

Job description

Samuel, Son & Co. is seeking an experienced tube mill operator/lead to uphold safety standards, train crews, and optimize production on three tube mills. You will coordinate tooling shipments, perform roll changes, and troubleshoot equipment while maintaining ISO, ASTM, and customer requirements.

The role requires 2+ years in steel tube or pipe production, forklift certification, and a strong team orientation to meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.