Hydro Bell Operator I - Night Shift

Northwest Pipe Company • Saginaw, TX

45d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Pipe Company is the nation's leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products and with over 50 years of experience, we're just getting started! Our business is growing, and we're looking for great people to grow with us. We're immediately seeking a Hydro Bell Operator I to join our Northwest Pipe team in Saginaw, TX. SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE: With experience determining the level of supervision, a Hydro Bell Operator inspects bevels and landing on pipe, performs set-up and change over on the blowout station, and assures compliance with the specifications determined by the supervisor. HYDRO BELL OPERATOR I - this level of Operator is responsible for setting up end prep for all pipe products, grind and inspect pipe to fit specifications and/or, prepare pipe products for hydro testing, inspection, and crane operation. The operator will also operate a crane used to move pipe products. Individuals in this position operate, work with and are around large industrial equipment. Training is provided and duties are routinely carried out under close supervision; however, close supervision is not always available for routine and repetitive tasks, and these tasks can be carried on without difficulty once they are learned. As work experience is gained, employee may be assigned to more advanced tasks that include more responsibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in heavy manufacturing preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and changeover of end prep.
• Inspects pipe.
• Grinds pipe.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Assists with mill changeover.
• Maintains clear and precise documentation for set-up.
• Maintains accurate counts and tally of footage.
• Assists in finishing floor operations as needed.
• Assists in mill operation as needed.
• Operates overhead crane.
• Follows ISO procedures.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Preps pipe for testing.
• Operates overhead crane.
• Completes proper documentation.
• Performs general housekeeping.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Bonus Potential (2x per year)
• Up to $2,500 per year Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (Day 1 of Employment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees