Mill Operator Sr

Forum Energy Technologies•Dayton, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) is seeking a Senior Mill Operator to join their team. This role involves setting up, operating, and tending milling machines to shape metal or plastic workpieces. The Senior Mill Operator will control equipment operations, mount and remove workpieces, and monitor for quality. This position works under broad supervision and may lead a team of mill operators. FET is a global company serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries, with a commitment to providing comprehensive solutions and partnering with customers to solve challenges. FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Welded Tube Mill process experience
Ability to read and interpret production orders, prints, specifications, and SPC charts
Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of mill components and tooling
Proficiency with measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers
Basic computer proficiency
Forklift certification
Working knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles
Knowledge of HSE regulations
Strong collaboration, communication, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with routinely changing priorities
Minimum Required Procedural Competency: MFG-L4-2 Tube Milling Procedure, MFG-L4-3 Mill Hook Up and Spooling Procedure, QC-L4-7 Visual Inspection of Strip and Tubing and Defect Removal Procedure, QC-L4-8 Flattening and Flare Testing Procedure
Welded tube mill or related manufacturing experience of 3+ years

Responsibilities

Performs all duties in accordance with standard operating procedures and strict adherence to HSE, quality, and productivity requirements.
Sets up, adjusts, and operates welded tube mill equipment, including sizing rolls, side pass rolls, weld rolls, induction welder, and in-line annealer.
Determines appropriate mill settings and operational sequences using Mill Tooling Setup Charts for specified tube sizes.
Operates and monitors multiple control panels for the tube mill, annealer, and induction welder, including setting and monitoring temperatures.
Troubleshoots welded tube mill processes to resolve manufacturing issues and support process improvement within established policies.
Analyzes SPC and process data to make equipment adjustments that optimize productivity and quality.
Inspects and measures tubing samples at start-up, during production, and at end of runs to verify conformance to specifications.
Performs and documents dimensional inspections, visual inspections, burst testing, and flare testing in accordance with written procedures.
Executes and records all required production and quality checks; reports nonconformities to the Production Supervisor and Quality Department.
Operates lift trucks as required to support mill operations and material handling.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work area in accordance with 5S, HSE, and production guidelines, including proper disposal of waste.
Assists with process examinations, quality documentation, root cause analysis, equipment validations, and safety or quality audits.
Provides training and direction to mill helpers or new operators as needed.
Works from production schedules, sales orders, prints, and specifications.
Assists with other departmental operations as assigned.