Production Operator

Job Description

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