Fabrication Operator (PVC Pipe Bender) $18.75/hr.

Atkore•Eugene, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Atkore is seeking a Fabrication Operator for its Eugene location. Reporting to the Shift Lead, the operator runs fabrication machinery and saws, with the primary role involving bending pipe by loading it into a machine or connecting it to the machine’s bender. The operator monitors product specifications and quality while maintaining safety, quality, and production goals. The role may also involve cutting PVC pipe in a range of sizes and lengths as directed by the Shift Lead. The position is offered on first shift (6:00 p.m.–4:30 a.m.) at $18.75 per hour, or second shift (4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.) at $18.75 per hour plus a $1.00-per-hour shift differential. Pay placement may depend on competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business needs. Other compensation may include overtime, differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, or other incentives. Within three months, the operator is expected to understand the company’s safety culture, learn the basic duties of the job, and understand how to advance to the next operator level. Atkore describes itself as a provider of electrical, safety, and infrastructure solutions, with manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Basic math ability for quick and accurate counting and calculations.
High attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
Initiative.
Adaptability to workplace changes and competing demands, and ability to respond calmly and logically to changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

Maintain safety, quality, and production rates according to goals for each machine.
Operate various fabrication machinery and saws.
Know and follow machine-specific safety procedures, including emergency stops and pinch-point precautions.
Notify the Shift Lead of possible safety infractions.
Know machine startup and shutdown procedures.
Keep machines loaded and running.
Notify forklift personnel or the Shift Lead when cut blanks or fabrication stock are running low.
Perform quality checks on finished products throughout production and complete quality-control paperwork every two hours.
Verify quantities per box and pallet, part numbers, and labels.
Maintain housekeeping throughout the shift.
Sign off on the orientation sheet when performing pipe-cutter duties.
Cut PVC pipe in sizes from 1/2 inch through 8 inches and lengths from 8-1/4 inches through 106 inches, as directed by the Shift Lead and based on precut requests.
Frequently check cut lengths against specifications, allowing a tolerance of plus or minus 1/4 inch.