FS - Operator - Steel Strip

Cactus Wellhead•Baytown, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

FlexSteel is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety, Quality, Human Development, Delivery, Innovation, Productivity, and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate, which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees. The purpose of this position is to operate, or support the operation of, production equipment and perform processes related to manufacturing flexible pipe. Steel Strip Operators participate in a structured on-the-job training program to develop basic skills through the completion of competency modules and hands-on training.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
High School Diploma or GED
Candidates must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Candidate must be able to write routine reports and correspondence.
Candidate must be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Candidates must be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Candidates must be able to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization exists.

Nice To Haves

At least one (1) year of relevant experience in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment is preferred.
Knowledge of mechanics, metal forming, and/or extrusion equipment and processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Committed to Safety by performing all required tasks in accordance with established Company Policies, Procedures, and Safe Work Practices.
Understands Quality and is committed to performing work in accordance with established Company Policies, Procedures.
Demonstrates a commitment to being at workstation on time.
Meets all established Company KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
Reports directly to the Shift Team Lead and assists the Lead Operator in set up and operation of the assigned production equipment/machine.
Under the guidance of the Lead Operator, Work Center Leader, and/or the Shift Team Lead the SSE Operator operates assigned equipment/machinery for the purpose of producing production, test, or experimental pipe.
Inspects work in progress, as well as the overall finished product to ensure compliance with Company Quality standards.
Maintains work center cleanliness, including material storage areas, in accordance with facility operating policies and Visual Work Instructions.
Completes required documentation records, as required, in accordance with procedures.
Able to use the ERP scanning system.
Obtain certification to weld entire range of steel strip.
Demonstrate proficiency in operating the rim drive take-up unit.
Able to perform an unassisted canvas tape change.
Able to effectively assist in a steel strip change-out.
Able to effectively assist in a steel strip tooling change.
Able to load and prepare an IP reel / remove IP and conduct post run activities.
Understand which strip thickness / width correlates to which pipe design.
Able to perform autonomous maintenance items on the weld machines.
Able to properly complete all traceability documentation (cage #2).
Successfully complete 40-hour Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Training Course.
Assists Lead Operator in analyzing and resolving line operations problems.
When applicable, loads material into machine for production runs, including maintaining material traceability.
Assists Work Center Leader, Lead Operator, and Shift Team Lead for the purpose of coordinating activities associated with the work center.
Assists in all work areas in accordance with the Standard Work Instructions, Policies, and Procedures, as directed by the Shift Team Lead.