Welded Tube Mill Operator II — Precision & Production

Forum Energy Technologies; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies is seeking an experienced tube mill Operator to set up, adjust and run welded tube mill lines and downstream equipment. You will monitor multiple control panels, control temperatures, and document quality checks to ensure tubing meets specifications.

You will troubleshoot processes, analyze SPC data for improvements, perform inspections, and train helpers as needed in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment in Texas. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 3+ years welding tube mill or related manufacturing experience.
• Able to read and interpret production orders, prints, specifications, and SPC charts.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with understanding of mill components and tooling.
• Proficient with measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Working knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of HSE regulations.
• Strong collaboration, communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate welded tube mill equipment including sizing rolls and weld rolls.
• Operate and monitor control panels for mill, annealer, and induction welder; set and monitor temperatures.
• Troubleshoot welding mill processes to resolve issues and support improvements.
• Analyze SPC data to adjust equipment for productivity and quality.
• Inspect and measure tubing samples to verify specifications; document results.
• Perform and record all production and quality checks; report nonconformities.

Skills

Tube mill experience

Read prints and SPC charts

Mechanical aptitude

Measuring with micrometers/calipers

Basic computer skills

LEAN manufacturing

HSE regulations

Team collaboration/time management

Adaptability under changing priorities

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Forum Energy Technologies is seeking an experienced tube mill Operator to set up, adjust and run welded tube mill lines and downstream equipment. You will monitor multiple control panels, control temperatures, and document quality checks to ensure tubing meets specifications.

You will troubleshoot processes, analyze SPC data for improvements, perform inspections, and train helpers as needed in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment in Texas. Equal opportunity employer.