Production Operator

Position Summary

The Production Operator works an 8-12 hour rotating shift and reports directly to the Department Supervisor or Manager. The Production Operator is responsible for providing an efficient and good quality product with short lead times and low downtime to the downstream/final operations. The position practices safe work habits and follows standard work methods to meet both customer and API requirements.

+ Appropriate communication via radio, telephone and/or in person. + Proper operation of product turning tools. + Proper operation and measurement readings of gauges including Tenths Tape, ID Mic, OD Mic, Dial Snap, Ovality, Pyrometers (hand held and stationary), Steel Rule, Straight Edge, MIL Thickness and Pressure. + Accurate and timely completion of daily paperwork. + Proper departmental equipment maintenance. + Proper equipment start-up, set-up and operation. + Verify proper material and quantity prior to and upon completion of product processing. + Ensure traceability and separation of material by SLN (heat number), mill order and/or customer. + Ensure traceability and separation of properly and improperly processed material. + Proper application of stencils and/or color bands to material processed properly and improperly. + Proper removal of incorrect stencils and/or color bands. + Proper utilization of an Oxyacetylene torch. + Proper procurement and delivery of required tests. + Proper evaluation of processed product:

- Straightness and driftability

- Size and ovality

- Surface, end and body damage

- Test pressure

- Length and weight

+ Maintain adequate amount of consumable supplies. + Maintain organization and cleanliness of work area. + Small and/or Large Capacity Forklift Certification. + All other tasks assigned by shift lead, supervisor and/or manager.

Experience, Skills, And Knowledge

Critical Competencies & Capabilities