Mair Operator

PTC TUBULAR PRODUCTS LLC•Fairbury, IL

8d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator sets up, adjusts, and operates chamfer units, blowout/chopper equipment, and the Mair bundler to produce high-quality tube products while minimizing waste and downtime. The role involves continuously inspecting tubing for length, gauge, OD/ID, cut quality, straightness, and end condition; maintaining a clean work area and stocked supplies; and preparing, banding, tagging, and segregating hex bundles according to packaging requirements. The Operator performs operator TPM checks, submits work orders for repairs, safely operates an overhead crane to move bundles, and completes required paperwork and ERP data entry. The position is accountable for personal and crew safety, follows the PTC Quality Management System and plant safety and PPE requirements, and assists with plant cleaning and other duties as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an electrician course, an associate degree, or equivalent experience.
At least 3–5 years of hands-on commercial or industrial electrical experience.
Ability to reason through problems involving equipment adjustments.
Average background in math and computers.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as stated in the qualifications.
Ability to walk, stand, or climb for the entire shift.
Ability to bend, squat, and use all limbs through their full range of motion without restrictions.
Shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services, and ability to carry out duties in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System.

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, and operate chamfer units, blowout/chopper equipment, and the Mair bundler to meet production and quality requirements while minimizing waste and downtime.
Continuously inspect tubing, including measurements of length, gauge, OD, ID, cut quality, straightness, and end condition.
Keep the work area clean and remove scarfing and scrap tube from bucks and hoppers.
Ensure supplies are stocked and ready when needed.
Prepare hex bundles according to order packaging requirements, properly tension banding, and secure clips.
Tag bundles and segregate them by heat.
Conduct operator TPM checks and write work orders for items requiring repair.
Operate the overhead crane to move bundles to the holding area.
Complete applicable operational paperwork and enter data into the ERP system.
Take responsibility for the safety of self and crew members.
Clean plant areas when not assigned other work by the supervisor.
Perform miscellaneous duties as directed.