Mill General Helper

Bull Moose Tube•Elkhart, IN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the dynamic team at Bull Moose Tube as a Full Time Mill General Helper in vibrant Elkhart, IN. This onsite role offers a thrilling opportunity to immerse yourself in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while honing your skills alongside dedicated professionals. With a competitive pay rate starting $20.45 per hour for 30 days then 27.45 until qualified then 29.00 - 31.00 , you'll be rewarded for your hard work as you contribute to high-quality production processes. This position allows you to be part of a flexible and forward-thinking culture where problem solvers excel and excellence is celebrated. The chance to work in a high-performance setting keeps every day exciting and offers room for personal and career growth. Experience the satisfaction of contributing to essential projects while being a part of a collaborative team. You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, Equipment Stipend, Paid Meals, Steel mill, tube, general helper, and manufacturing. Take the next step in your career journey and apply today to become an integral part of our company! Bull Moose Tube: Our Mission Bull Moose Tube is a leading North American manufacturer of steel pipe and tubing, founded in 1962 and based in Chesterfield, Missouri. We are a major producer of Hollow Structural Sections (HSS), mechanical tubing, and the market leader in sprinkler pipe, operating seven manufacturing plants across the US. What it's like to be a Mill General Helper at Mill General Helper As a Mill General Helper at Bull Moose Tube, you will find a diverse and engaging work environment where no two days are the same. Your daily tasks will include assisting with machine operations, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and helping ensure the production line runs smoothly. You'll be expected to follow safety protocols rigorously while collaborating closely with team members to identify and solve any production challenges. Your schedule will typically be Monday through Friday, occasional Saturday working 8-hour shifts, with opportunities for occasional overtime. Multiple shift options may be available, allowing you to choose the schedule that best fits your lifestyle. This role offers an exciting chance to grow within the manufacturing field while actively contributing to the team's success.

Requirements

Proficiency in operating slitting equipment and coil cars is essential
Thorough understanding of metal slitting processes and setups
Comfortable reading and using various measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges, along with tape measures to ensure precise work
Ability to interpret slitter schedules and utilize shop-floor systems
Certifications for forklift and overhead crane operation are required
Strong understanding of safety protocols and the proper use of mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) is vital
Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs
Familiarity with quality and housekeeping standards
Basic computer proficiency for navigating business systems
Operation of slitting equipment and coil cars
Knowledge of metal slitting processes and setups
Proficient in reading micrometer caliper gauges tape measure
Skilled in interpreting slitter schedules and using shop-floor systems
Forklift and overhead crane operation certification
Strong understanding of safety protocols and mandatory PPE use
Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
Familiarity with quality and housekeeping standards
Basic computer proficiency for business systems
High School Diploma/equivalent
Prior manufacturing experience
Machine operating skills or ability to learn and comprehend
Speak and read English

Nice To Haves

Ability to build, develop and motivate teams/co workers
Ability to engage in cross-functional collaboration
Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings
Self-motivated and driven

Responsibilities

Assisting with machine operations
Maintaining a clean and organized workspace
Helping ensure the production line runs smoothly
Following safety protocols rigorously
Collaborating closely with team members to identify and solve any production challenges
Utilize and operate equipment, material and tools in the inspection and production process for slitting.
Oversee all slitting functions.
Slitting master coils into respective slit coils of various blank widths for use on the mills.
Responsible for safe operation of the slitter in capacity as slitter operator and all ancillary activities that support the production of quality slit coils for internal customers (mills 9 and 4).
Complies with all safety, quality, customer focus, preventative maintenance and housekeeping standards.
All other duties as assigned and expected.
Read and apply micrometer, caliper, gages and tape measure
Read and interpret slitter schedule.
Understand and use shop floor system
Select proper master coils to match slitter schedule
Enter master coils into slitter
Use of coil car, turnstile and controls for all slitter equipment
Operation of all coil entry equipment and controls
Proper threading of coil(s) through slitter head to re coiler.
Un banding procedure
Proper banding of coils
Slitter setup: Proper setup of head to match schedule; set up of rubbers, spacers, knives
Proper setup of over arm and under arm separator shafts
Complete knowledge of Company Safety Rules and precautions
Complete knowledge of Company quality requirements
Complete knowledge of Company housekeeping rules
Ability to run forklift and overhead crane
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Work cooperatively with others to ensure constructive and productive business relationships
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Be able to understand and effectively use computerized business systems and other technology and business platforms