Plate Roll Operator

nVent • Richland, MS

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About The Position

The Plate Roll Operator rolls aluminum sheets to a defined radius using a plate roll machine. The operator reviews prints to determine the number of sheets and required radius, sets the machine for the material thickness and radius, and loads sheets using a vacuum lifter and roller table. After rolling, the operator checks the piece for roundness, radius, and end alignment; tack welds the ends of fully rolled cylindrical pieces; and removes finished pieces by hand or with an overhead crane. The operator identifies and stages completed pieces, tracks daily production for the Team Lead, and keeps the work area clear of scrap and debris.

The role involves using machine controls and equipment including a plate roll machine, MIG welding machine, stencil, tape measure, ratcheting strap, hammer, overhead crane, and radius-check templates. Employees must be able to lift items up to 40 pounds and spend most of the shift standing in a non-air-conditioned environment.

Requirements

• Able to read a tape measure to 1/16th of an inch.
• Basic print-reading skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize work effectively based on production schedules and changing needs.
• Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members.
• Able to achieve forklift certification and safely operate a forklift.
• Able to manually lift items up to 40 pounds.
• Able to spend most of the shift standing in a non-air-conditioned environment.

Responsibilities

• Review prints to confirm the number of sheets to roll and the required radius.
• Adjust plate roll machine settings for the correct radius and material thickness.
• Load aluminum sheets into the machine using a vacuum lifter and roller table.
• Operate the plate roll machine using joystick-style hand controls and toggle switches.
• Check rolled aluminum for roundness, correct radius, and alignment of ends.
• Tack weld the ends of completely rolled cylindrical pieces to hold their shape.
• Remove finished pieces by hand or with an overhead crane, depending on their size.
• Check pieces for identification numbers, stencil them if needed, and move them to the designated staging area.
• Track the number of pieces rolled and submit the count to the Team Lead daily.
• Perform housekeeping to keep the work area clear of scrap and debris.
• Achieve forklift certification and safely operate a forklift.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Potential supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal and identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed