MPI Calera - Pipe Fab Machine Operator I-II 2nd Shift

McWane, Inc • Calera, AL

55d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

MPI Calera is seeking experienced Machine Operators to join our Pipe Fabrication and Machining operation. The Machine Operators are responsible for measuring, threading, and adjusting flange fit and facing the flange on pieces of ductile or steel pipe. The position will require the use of all types of manual machine tools, such as lathes and threaders. Work also includes operating the machines and cranes to move pipe in and out of machining centers.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role
• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience as a machine operator in manufacturing preferred
• Computer skills
• Standing, walking, stooping, balancing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting are some of the physical requirements.
• Must be able to meet and adhere to physical requirements as well as wearing the appropriate PPE (steel toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection and mask).
• Will be required to work in the following conditions: heat, cold, noise, and vibration.
• Must be able to work in dust and fumes.
• Must have the ability to operate forklift or overhead crane.
• Possible overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring personal safety and the safety of your team members.
• Assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wears appropriate PPE which may include fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head and eye protection.
• Responsible for cleanliness of the assigned work area.
• Proactively promotes the McWane Way principles.
• Follow all processes and procedures associated with the Waterman Safety Management Program. Inform management of any deviations from this program.
• Identify fabrication requirements for each piece of pipe
• Operate forklift to move pipe inside/outside the plant.
• Operate pipe cut off saw.
• Place pipe in machine, center the pipe, and tighten for work. After the pipe is in place, the operator will machine tapered threads into the pipe. During this process, the machine operator is responsible for verifying measurements, such as thread depth and accurate taper.
• After the threads are cut the operator tests the flange to make sure it screws onto the pipe accurately.
• Applies glue on pipe and flange and uses the machine to tighten the flange onto the pipe.
• For Threaders - Remove pipe from machine and move to next processing operation.
• For Lathes - run the cutting tool across the surface of the face of the flange to flush fit the flange onto the pipe
• Operator will work with pipe and flanges primarily from 3" to 24" in diameter, and lengths from 6 inches to 18 feet long.
• Operator will be proficient with quality and able to meet prescribed production output objectives for the work center.
• Paint and package finished product.
• Good with basic math, able to read a tape measure and micrometer
• Ability to understand machinery processes
• Consistent attendance, ability to get to work on time, every day
• Help and volunteer across a variety of different machines
• Positive, hard-working, and effective

Benefits

• Excellent benefits include 9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, 3 weeks PTO, and a weekly pay schedule, a 401k plan and company health insurance plans, Education Assistance, a Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees