SRM E/C Test Operator
About The Position
The SRM E/C Test Operator operates and assists with Eddy Current Check devices during continuous production, following factory policies and procedures and ensuring safe, compliant operation. The role includes setting up and calibrating the Eddy Current Test machine, inspecting pipe to applicable standards and work-order requirements, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with other workstation operators to support product quality. Work takes place in a pipe-manufacturing environment with temperatures that vary with weather conditions. Conditions are dusty, noisy, and greasy. The job involves standing and walking considerable distances and lifting, pulling, or pushing materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds. Personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats, is required. Loose-fitting clothing and jewelry are not permitted. The schedule must be flexible and may require overtime and weekend work when necessary.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
- Manual dexterity to operate machinery, hand tools, and handheld measurement devices.
- Experience operating measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, and ovality gauges.
- Knowledge of manufacturing mill processes, procedures, and electric resistance welding.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that may require overtime and weekends when necessary.
- Ability to lift, pull, or push materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand and walk considerable distances.
- Ability to use required personal protective equipment and comply with safety rules.
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating automated equipment.
- At least one year of knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing processes and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Set up the Eddy Current Test machine during size changeovers.
- Ensure Eddy Current Check parameters meet the quality requirements on the work order.
- Read work orders and quality requirements to determine setup specifications and information.
- Follow, maintain, and prepare spare coils.
- Monitor machine operation, detect malfunctions, and make required corrections to maintain machinery condition.
- Communicate and work with workstation operators.
- Reject nonconforming products and provide feedback to other workstations to help solve problems.
- Perform a visual inspection before the beginning of the shift and report issues to the Supervisor and Engineer.
- Follow PPE policies, safety rules, and the 5S implementation procedure.
- Report material and equipment problems to the Supervisor and Engineer.
- Inspect pipe in accordance with ASTM and/or Standard Operating Procedures.
- Conduct Eddy Current calibrations on time and as needed.
- Report to the immediate Supervisor and Engineer for briefings on daily tasks.
- Assist with maintaining the equipment being operated.
- Keep the work environment clean and tidy.
- Check that machinery is properly serviced before startup and during the shift.
- Assist with equipment repair and replacement during maintenance shutdowns.
- Communicate with the crew to achieve a quality product.
- Assist with changeovers and maintenance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Stop operations when safety or quality is in question.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
