Machine Operator (Turning Bay)

Gerdau • Huntington, IN

44d • Onsite

About The Position

The Turning Bay Operator is responsible for the safe operation, setup, quality inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Turning Bay equipment while ensuring customer requirements and production standards are met.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three or more years of manufacturing experience preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality.
• Legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to set up all Turning Bay equipment, including creating new Rattunde programs.
• Level 1 NDT Operator certification or higher.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and monitor all Turning Bay equipment, including the Rattunde, Turner, Polisher, Hex Bundler, Galdabini Bump Straightener, NDT equipment, demag, and transfer car.
• Load and unload trucks accurately and ensure material is routed to the correct location.
• Enter production data into HTIS hourly and maintain accurate production records and tallies.
• Perform quality inspections, gauge verification, testing equipment verification, and 100% ZF inspections.
• Identify and process non-conforming material using MQ1 procedures.
• Follow customer-specific requirements, quality policies, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and assist Maintenance and Engineering as needed.
• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Work independently on trained equipment and develop the ability to set up all Turning Bay equipment, including creating new Rattunde programs.
• Achieve and maintain Level 1 NDT Operator certification or higher.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
• Shift Premium
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED