SRM Hydrotester Operator

Borusan Pipe US•Baytown, TX

About The Position

The Hydrotester Operator operates equipment for hydrostatic testing of pipe in accordance with plant policies, procedures, and required specifications, maintaining safe and compliant operations throughout the shift. The role includes preparing and checking equipment, supporting maintenance, documenting test results, and communicating with the crew, supervisor, and engineer to help ensure product quality. Work takes place in a pipe manufacturing environment, with temperatures that vary according to weather conditions. The environment is 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 is required, including safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats. Loose-fitting clothing and jewelry are not permitted. The employee must report 15 minutes before the scheduled shift for a daily task briefing and must be able to work a flexible schedule that may require overtime. The position may stop hydrotest operations when safety or quality is in question.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
Manual dexterity for operating machinery, hand tools, and handheld technical devices.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may require overtime.
Ability to lift, pull, and/or push materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk considerable distances.
Must use required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats; loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
Knowledge of hydrotest instruments.

Responsibilities

Hydrotest material in conformance with required specifications.
Load and prepare the required Hydrotest Head during changeovers.
Ensure product meets specifications throughout the first and last article of the hydrotest process.
Check that machinery is properly serviced before startup and that equipment is working efficiently and set within the correct parameters before the shift begins.
Ensure the area around the hydrotest equipment is safe before production starts.
Assist with equipment maintenance and with equipment repair and replacement during maintenance shutdowns.
Communicate with the crew and other departments to achieve a quality product.
Assist with charging and discharging material on racks.
Assist with documentation and technical devices for recording tests and findings.
Assist in verifying and recording test results and findings in the ERP System and/or required documents.
Communicate material and equipment problems to the Supervisor and Engineer.
Follow all PPE policies and safety rules.
Keep the working environment clean and tidy.
Report to the immediate supervisor or engineer 15 minutes before the scheduled shift for a daily task briefing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Stop hydrotest operations when safety or quality is in question.