Cut Off Operator

SeAH Steel USA•Houston, TX

10d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Cut Off Operator operates cutting machinery in accordance with plant policies and procedures and ensures safe, compliant operation during the shift. The role involves preparing and adjusting machinery for production, feeding tube material into the machine, initiating cuts, monitoring product quality, and communicating with the crew and supervisor. The operator is responsible for tube length, cut straightness, and product appearance, and may assist with equipment maintenance, changeovers, and mill stops.

Requirements

One year of pipe manufacturing experience.
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
Manual dexterity to operate machinery, hand tools, and handheld technical devices.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds; the physical requirements also specify lifting 25/50 pounds regularly and climbing ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may require overtime.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Ability to respond quickly to sounds, move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces, and recognize dangerous situations.
Ability to see 20/20 when corrected and identify and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and cut-off operation.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and crane operation.

Responsibilities

Prepare machinery for production by setting it up, adjusting and re-tooling it as necessary, and replacing worn blades.
Maintain machinery specifications by observing operations and detecting malfunctions.
Position or manually feed tube stock into the machine, operate the saw, and initiate the cutting procedure.
Check that machinery is properly serviced before startup and during the shift.
Assist with equipment repair and replacement during maintenance shutdowns.
Communicate with the crew to achieve a quality product.
Assist with changeovers and mill stops.
Ensure tube length, straightness of cut, and product appearance meet expectations.
Communicate material and equipment problems to the supervisor.
Follow applicable location safety rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.