Operator - 3rd Shift

Ideal Tridon•Boyertown, PA

About The Position

Campbell Fittings, part of the Ideal Tridon Group, is recruiting a Cutoff/Press Setup/Operator to set up and operate hand-operated or automated cutoff machines in a manufacturing environment. The role involves cutting steel, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel pipe and tubing to specified lengths; inspecting materials and finished work; maintaining machines and cutting supplies; handling stock and containers; completing production and quality paperwork; and following established safety procedures. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday on the third shift, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of prior machine-operator experience.
Excellent communication skills, including active listening.
Ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently and ask for help when needed.
Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software.
Comfort working efficiently in a busy, open-floor environment.
Ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods throughout the shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Ability to bend and twist throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience certification.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate one to five hand-operated or automated cutoff machines to cut pipe and tubing to specified lengths.
Use an overhead crane to bring stock to machines and load magazines on automatic machines.
Visually inspect material for defects before cutting.
Check work using rules, micrometers, squares, and dial calipers.
Adjust length stops, jaws, loaders, speeds, and feeds as needed.
Change blades and make related adjustments; change and adjust blade-cleaning wire wheels when necessary.
Replace jaws, saw guides, adjustment hardware, and other minor wear parts.
Gather blades and prepare paperwork for the saw blade sharpening service.
Monitor supplies of blades, cutting fluids, and wire wheels and inform the purchasing department when stock is low.
Notify the Production Control Manager or Plant Manager when problems occur.
Move empty and filled containers using hand trucks, hydraulic pallet trucks, and a forklift when qualified.
Load and unload pipe, tubing, and other materials from delivery trucks using an outside overhead crane and/or material-handling devices.
Organize stock in racks using safe stacking methods.
Keep machines and the work area clean; remove cuttings and place them in proper containers.
Add coolant, lubricate machines, and maintain a clean and safe work area.
Perform daily crane inspections and complete the appropriate form.
Complete shop tickets and attach them to cutoff materials.
Use the computer system to access part prints, operating procedures, and quality assurance forms.
Complete production forms daily.
Account for scrap and place it in proper containers.
Follow established safety rules and procedures, including required PPE.
Report defective materials and unusual or unsafe conditions to the Production Control Manager and/or Plant Manager.
Perform other related or additional duties as assigned.