Operator

ASSA ABLOY•Tulsa, OK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ameristar Perimeter Security USA, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, is seeking an Operator to manage tube mill operations and equipment and help ensure continuous operation during the shift. This is a first-shift position located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Operator prioritizes safety, quality, and production needs; keeps the mill operational; and maintains a clean, safe, organized work area using 5S. The role includes mill and process upkeep, team cross-training, quality checks, scrap reduction, downtime reporting, and hands-on coordination with maintenance to resolve equipment issues. The Operator coordinates daily and weekly activities with the department supervisor and supports continuous improvement activities. ASSA ABLOY describes itself as a global access-solutions company with nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 countries. The company says it supports career development through regular feedback, training, and development opportunities, and values diverse and inclusive teams.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Good mechanical aptitude.
Experience using special measuring devices, including micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
Ability to read OEM setup charts and interpret them for roll tooling adjustments.
Ability to change out cutoff jaws and blades and refill equipment oil levels.
Ability to meet negotiated scheduling time frames.
Good communication skills.
Ability to think and react to schedule changes and mill conditions.
Ability to contribute as a team member to continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

Keep the tube mill operational and support continuous operation during the shift.
Prioritize safety, quality, and production needs.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area using 5S.
Cross-train team members on parts programming and mill setups.
Perform total productive maintenance (TPM) on processes and equipment in the area.
Coordinate daily and weekly activities with the department supervisor.
Perform visual and manual quality checks of finished products.
Minimize scrap.
Work hands-on with maintenance to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Document downtime through the reporting system to support KPI tracking.
Communicate with coworkers to maintain mill and material flow, and with the material handler to ensure proper product tagging.
Contribute to continuous improvement activities.