Production Operator

OVERVIEW

These positions are located at the Vallourec Star pipe mill operations.

Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of a floor mechanic in and around designated areas of the pipe mill operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


* Commitment to safety and quality


* Area 5S tasks


* Flexible to work any shift assigned


* Autonomous maintenance tasks – i.e.

grease, oil, check fluid levels, etc.


* Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and motorized vehicles


* Participate in continuous improvement activities


* Perform minor troubleshooting of electrical/mechanical problems


* Have knowledge of the locations of all shutdown and lockout switches in assigned area


* Remove scrap from area


* Operate all floor stations in assigned area


* Make adjustments to equipment as directed by operators or supervisors


* Have knowledge of the functionality of all equipment in the pipe mill


* Have knowledge of all quality defects and their origin


* Inspect pipe and report immediately any non-quality


* Perform the essential duties of floor operations


* Minimize operational delays by proactively tending to breakdowns, make rounds in all work areas and identify potential hazards or malfunctioning equipment


* Thoroughly complete shift report and submit to Team Leader by end of each shift


* Execute all tooling and roll changes


* Make effective repairs to equipment as necessary within the scope of your expertise


* Operate and understand QA tools and parameters of measurements (micrometers, etc)


* Other duties may be assigned

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS


* Must have general mechanical skills: can effectively use torch and tools to accomplish tasks


* Must learn all of the area specific floor mechanic responsibilities


* Language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals


* Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals


* Reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form


* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations


* Must be willing and able to cross-train in all floor operator areas


* Must be physically able to perform all job functions


* Directability


* Teamwork


* Adaptability


* Reliability/dependability


* Initiative


* Safety awareness


* Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback


* Pride in performance


* Continuous Improvement/Quality


* Communication.

EXPERIENCE


* Previous training and experience in a manufacturing environment


* Prefer experience with steel making and/or pipe mill operations

 

 

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