Production Operator

OVERVIEW

These positions are located at the Vallourec Star pipe mill operations. Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of a floor mechanic in and around designated areas of the pipe mill operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Commitment to safety and quality

• Area 5S tasks

• Flexible to work any shift assigned

• Autonomous maintenance tasks - i.e. grease, oil, check fluid levels, etc.

• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and motorized vehicles

• Participate in continuous improvement activities

• Perform minor troubleshooting of electrical/mechanical problems

• Have knowledge of the locations of all shutdown and lockout switches in assigned area

• Remove scrap from area

• Operate all floor stations in assigned area

• Make adjustments to equipment as directed by operators or supervisors

• Have knowledge of the functionality of all equipment in the pipe mill

• Have knowledge of all quality defects and their origin

• Inspect pipe and report immediately any non-quality

• Perform the essential duties of floor operations

• Minimize operational delays by proactively tending to breakdowns, make rounds in all work areas and identify potential hazards or malfunctioning equipment

• Thoroughly complete shift report and submit to Team Leader by end of each shift

• Execute all tooling and roll changes

• Make effective repairs to equipment as necessary within the scope of your expertise

• Operate and understand QA tools and parameters of measurements (micrometers, etc)

• Other duties may be assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have general mechanical skills: can effectively use torch and tools to accomplish tasks

• Must learn all of the area specific floor mechanic responsibilities

• Language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

• Reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

• Must be willing and able to cross-train in all floor operator areas

• Must be physically able to perform all job functions

• Directability

• Teamwork

• Adaptability

• Reliability/dependability

• Initiative

• Safety awareness

• Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback

• Pride in performance

• Continuous Improvement/Quality

• Communication.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous training and experience in a manufacturing environment

• Prefer experience with steel making and/or pipe mill operations