Production Operator

Orbia•Gainesville, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Downstream Operator is the entry-level position in our Extrusion department. As a Downstream Operator, you will utilize standard tools and measuring devices to catch any basic abnormalities. You will be responsible for making sure the final product is wrapped around the reel in an even and neat manner. What can you expect in a Downstream Operator role at Dura-Line? You will collaborate with fellow production workers to ensure that the orders are properly wound onto reels for shipment to customers, assist line start-ups and reel changes, place the correct reel onto the reeler and prepare for start-up, and operate the reeler (manual and auto mode). You will use your attention to detail to perform basic quality checks to ensure the product meets customer specifications. You will perform all work cautiously, with your safety and that of fellow team members always at the top of your mind. You will help maintain a safe space for your team to share feedback and improvement ideas.

Requirements

Commitment to being a reliable and punctual team player.
Commitment to wearing gloves, eye protection, and steel toe boots always, and dust mask, earplugs, hard hats, and face shields as necessary.
Maintain a safe, neat, and orderly workspace.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to push and pull pipe coils.
Ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor, with heat, dust, and noise.
Ability to work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.
Ability to remain in a stationary, standing position 80-100% of the time.
Ability to squat, bend, or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.

Responsibilities

Utilize standard tools and measuring devices to catch any basic abnormalities.
Ensure the final product is wrapped around the reel in an even and neat manner.
Collaborate with fellow production workers to ensure that the orders are properly wound onto reels for shipment to customers.
Assist line start-ups and reel changes.
Place the correct reel onto the reeler and prepare for start-up.
Operate the reeler (manual and auto mode).
Perform basic quality checks to ensure the product meets customer specifications.
Perform all work cautiously, with safety as a top priority.
Help maintain a safe space for team members to share feedback and improvement ideas.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus: $500 in 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days!
Work HALF of the month , having every other weekend as a 3-day weekend !
Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).
IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits on the first day.
6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line.
FULLY VESTED on day 1 for 401(k).
100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability.
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Time.
Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5,000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7,500 for graduate programs).
Professional growth potential with Orbia companies.
Employee Referral Bonus of $1,500.
Healthcare coverage.
401(k)-retirement savings plan.
Paid company holidays.
Paid vacation time.
Paid sick time.
Parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability leave.
Employee assistance program.