Operator - 1st Shift

Ideal Tridon•Boyertown, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Campbell Fittings, part of the Ideal Tridon Group, is seeking a Cutoff/Press Setup/Operator for their 1st shift. This role involves setting up and operating cutoff machines to process various metal pipes and tubing. The ideal candidate will have prior machine operating experience in a manufacturing setting and possess strong mechanical aptitude. The company is a leader in engineering and manufacturing hose fittings, couplings, ferrules, and sleeves, known for quality and innovation.

Requirements

3+ years of working in a manufacturing environment required
3+ years of prior machine operator experience required
High school diploma or equivalent
Excellent communication skills including active listening
Ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently and able to ask for help when needed
Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software
Must be comfortable and efficient in working in a busy open-floor environment
Must be comfortable working in a team environment as well as individually
Prolonged periods of standing entire shift
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Must be able to bend and twist throughout entire shift.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience certification a plus

Responsibilities

Set-up and operate one to five hand operated or automated cutoff machines to cut steel, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel pipe and tubing to specified lengths.
Use overhead crane to bring stock to machines.
Load magazines on automatic machines.
Visually inspect material for defects before cutting.
Use rules, micrometers, squares, and dial calipers to check work.
Adjust length stops, jaws, loaders, speeds, and feeds when necessary.
Change blades and make related adjustments.
Change and adjust blade cleaning wire wheels when necessary.
Replace jaws, saw guides, adjustment hardware, and other minor parts subject to wear.
Gather blades and prepare paperwork for saw blade sharpening service.
Maintain an adequate supply of blades, cutting fluids, and wire wheels by informing purchasing department when stock is low.
Notify production control manager or plant manager when problems occur.
Bring empty containers to machines and move filled containers to proper storage area using hand trucks, hydraulic pallet trucks, and forklift truck (when qualified).
Load and unload pipe, tubing, and other materials from delivery trucks using outside overhead crane and/or material handling devices above.
Organize storage of stock in racks using safe stacking methods.
Keep machines free of dirt and metal chips.
Remove cuttings from machine base and place in proper containers.
Add coolant, lubricate machines, and maintain work area in a clean and safe condition.
Perform daily crane inspection and fill out appropriate form.
Fill out shop tickets and attach to cutoff materials.
Use computer system to access part prints, operating procedures, and quality assurance forms.
Fill out production forms daily.
Account for scrap and place in proper containers.
Follow all established safety rules and procedures including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which includes: safety glasses, hard sole anti-slip shoes, optional steel-toe shoes, gloves, hearing protection.
Report defective materials and unusual or unsafe conditions to Production Control Manager and/or Plant Manager.
Perform other related or additional duties as assigned.