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SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE: Under frequent supervision, the Mill Operator specializes in operating various mill equipment for steel pipe production. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow all safety and company policies / procedures and promotes a safe culture. Complies with all OSHA safety requirements, work rules and regulations. Wear all required personal protective equipment. Operator various mill equipment. Weld and splice pipe. Break down coils. Maintain housekeeping within all production, storage and waste areas. Follow all work instructions, procedures, and job safety (JSA’s) Properly identify (mark) pipe with the use of spray paint Effectively communicates issues to management Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and performance of the essential functions Maintain 5’s in work area.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBLITIES:
Safely operate machinery certified to use – overhead crane, forklift Propose standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job safety analysis (JSA’s) Other duties may be assigned as necessary Sub arc welding Pick-up welding Mill operator II will participate in the training of Mill Operator I
JOB SCOPE: This position provides support to the Mills department with the primary focus on equipment operation SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Must have the ability to operate and or learn the following: gap operator, floor operator, plasma torches, welding, cutting torch, power tools, air grinders, milling head operation and setup
Must be able to use precision measuring equipment including but not limited to measuring tape and 100th diameter tape Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, multitask and work independently with attention to detail Ability to work against and meet deadlines Must be able to operate a welding machine. Grinder and cutting torch safely. Basic math problems
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent Preference given to individuals who have previous Mill operator experience Current / valid certification in FCAW 2G and 3G and SMAW 2G, 3G and 7018 preferred-selected candidates will be required to provide proof of certification and or pass weld test. Experience operating forklifts, overhead crane and or sub arc welding helping.
QUALIFICATIONS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Work hours and or shift may vary or change based on operational needs Must be able to work overtime as required including but not limited to weekend work
WORK HOURS / SHIFT
Work hours and or shift may vary or change based on operational needs. Must be able to work overtime including weekends.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIORMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be meet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Project timelines and work volume / deadlines may often require working outside of standard hours including shift work, weekends, or evening work. Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Physical Activity: Over 2/3 of the time:
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Stooping: Positions self to sit in gap, going thru pipe, checking welds, setting heads. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Communicating: Expressing or exchanging ideas and information accurately, in written or diagram form. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound. Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers such as grinding, welding, pendants, buttons, controls
Up to 2/3 of the time:
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and /or hands and arms. Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Stooping: Positions self to sit in gap, going thru pipe, checking welds, setting heads. Kneeling / Crouching: Position self to working on milling heads. I.D weld head splice station. Crawling: Moving About to inspecting pipe, I.D. weld head, vaccume, pilot tube. Reaching: Grabbing things from a distance above or from the side. Standing / Sit: Remaining upright in a stationary position, particularly for sustained periods. Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward downward or outward. Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. Grasping: Applying the pressure to an object, with fingers and palm to tools, grinders, torch pendants, flux bags, spools of wire. Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Communicating: Expressing or exchanging ideas and information accurately, in written or diagram form. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound. Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers such as grinding, welding, pendants, buttons, controls
Less than 1/3 of the time:
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and /or hands and arms. Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Stooping: Positions self to sit in gap, going thru pipe, checking welds, setting heads. Kneeling / Crouching: Position self to working on milling heads. I.D weld head splice station. Crawling: Moving About to inspecting or complete repairs. Reaching: Grabbing things from a distance above or from the side.
Standing / Sit: Remaining upright in a stationary position, particularly for sustained periods. Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward downward or outward. Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. Grasping: Applying the pressure to an object, with fingers and palm to tools, grinders, torch pendants, flux bags, spools of wire. Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Communicating: Expressing or exchanging ideas and information accurately, in written or diagram form. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound. Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers such as grinding, welding, pendants, buttons, controls
Physical Requirements:
Heavy work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Visual Acuity:
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and / or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and / or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
Vision Requirements: Over 2/3 of the time:
Close vision Peripheral vision Depth Perception Adjust visual focus
Up to 2/3 of the time:
Close vision Color vision Peripheral vison Depth Perception Adjust visual focus
Less than 1/3 of the time:
Close vision Color vision Peripheral vison Depth Perception Adjust visual focus
Weather Conditions Over 2/3 of the time:
Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather. Both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside. Extreme cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for period of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) Extreme Heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Atmospheric conditions: The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Oils: There is air and / or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. The worker is required to wear a respirator. The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, small-enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas, which could cause claustrophobia.
Up to 2/3 of the time:
Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather. Both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside. Extreme cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for period of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) Extreme Heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Atmospheric conditions: The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Oils: There is air and / or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. The worker is required to wear a respirator. The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, small-enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas, which could cause claustrophobia. The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. The worker is exposed to infectious disease.
Less than 1/3 of the time:
Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather. Both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside. Extreme cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for period of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) Extreme Heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Atmospheric conditions: The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Oils: There is air and / or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. The worker is required to wear a respirator. The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, small-enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas, which could cause claustrophobia. The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. The worker is exposed to infectious disease.
Noise Levels: Over 2/3 of the time:
Loud noise Very loud noise
Up to 2/3 of the time:
Loud noise Very loud noise
Less than 1/3 of the time:
Loud noise Very loud noise
Supervision Received: Supervision: The incumbent performs a variety of routine work within established policies and procedures, and receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments.
