Cut Off Operator (Assistant Mill Operator)

Bull Moose Tube•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bull Moose Tube is seeking to hire a full-time Assistant Mill Operator for 3rd shift (4:00 p.m.-midnight) in our Chicago Heights, IL location. Must have schedule flexibility. Steel tube mill experience preferred. Here at Bull Moose Tube, we believe in teamwork, integrity, growth, and safety. In addition to our collaborative and positive work environment, we offer a competitive base wage and a generous benefits package which includes comprehensive health and dental insurance options, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, quarterly bonus potential, and a rich 401(k) plan ! ABOUT BULL MOOSE TUBE Founded in 1962, Bull Moose Tube is a steel manufacturer committed to excellence in everything that we do. We boast more than a half-century of manufacturing and selling superior steel pipe and tube. Our enduring commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service has made us a long-standing dominant force in the market. We are driven to be the best. JOB SUMMARY: Utilize tube forming equipment to produce ERW steel tubing. Oversee mill operation to ensure the highest quality tubing is achieved while adhering to safety and ISO standards. Perform complete and partial changeovers as orders dictate. Assure tubing is cut to proper length, tolerance end finish.

Requirements

Able to lift 50 pounds
Able to operate a forklift
Able to operate an overhead crane
Computer literate
Work well in a team-based environment
High school diploma or GED
Strong verbal and math skills
Able to read shop floor computer schedules
Able to work overtime and/or various shifts
Able to work in an environment without climate control
Able to stand 8-12 hours per day

Nice To Haves

Steel tube mill experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate control panel on the Tube Cutoff to adjust parameters
Operate runout/dump table conveyor, and transfer conveyor
Set-up and operate the de-dimpler on the tube mill to remove dimples from round tube ends as orders dictate
Monitor mill speeds and maintain shop floor orders
Check length tolerance using a tape measure
Inspect OD Scarf and other surfaces for defects to maintain the highest quality standards
Maintain tube straightness per ASTM 500 or 513 spec by adjusting the dual Turks-head stand or sizing stands
Maintain weld checks per ASTM 500 or 513 spec: Flare and Crush Tests using a hydraulic press
Perform changeovers to follow the mill tube size orders which include changing rolls in each roll stand of the mill and changing the cutoff die that is inside the cutoff press
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Work cooperatively with others to ensure constructive and productive business relationships
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Be able to understand and effectively use computerized TMS system