Purlin Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Purlin Machine Operator to join our team on 1st and 2nd shift. You will operate machinery and equipment to fabricate metal material using complex machinery, as well as identify areas of improvement to increase efficiency and help oversee operational activities and ensure excellent quality control.

Responsibilities:

Conducts safe operation and set-up of Roll Forming Mills, along with other manufacturing equipment in Panels Department.

Troubleshoot and may assist in repair of any mechanical failures.

Complete work orders and requests in a timely fashion

Operates computer programs that contain specifications that direct the machine to operate efficiently

Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams

Works independently and uses judgement to fabricate material

Load and unload equipment and materials

Operates overhead crane and forklift

Provide innovative solutions to improve plant efficiency

May assist with conducting routine preventive maintenance on equipment

Log and record readings for equipment and procedures

Will be responsible to keep visual production boards updated and maintain 5S standards in general work area

Adhere to safety policies and procedures

Qualifications:

Previous experience in production, metal manufacturing or other related fields

Min. 1 year of experience independently operating computer-controlled machine operation, including robotic, automatic or semi-automatic machines

Steel building manufacturing helpful

Familiarity with schematics and technical drawings

Familiarity with plant tools and equipment

Inspects raw material and finished product to ensure 100% quality

Attention to detail

Ability to handle physical workload

Variety of measuring tools including square, tape measure, caliper, micrometer, etc.

Variety of hand tools including grinder, hands free tooling, etc.

Computer skills, calculator and good math skills

Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Ability to lift min. 15 - 25 lbs.

Ability to wear all required PPECompany Description

Ascent Buildings, LLC was created because there exists a real need in the pre-engineered steel building industry for a customer focused company, built on the principles of quality and service. In the automated and technology driven world in which we live now, there is something important that has been forgotten. The basics of our business... building and retaining relationships, quality, and service. Those core values are what Ascent Buildings, LLC is founded upon, and are what will drive us to ascend to the top of your list as the most trusted steel building manufacturer.

Ascent Buildings, LLC is loaded with industry veterans at every position. Employees that were raised in this business and who all have one common goal... to service the customer. To be the best, we believe we need to employ the best. These professionals sell, process, engineer, and manufacture the highest quality building possible. From the initial meeting with your district manager, until your building hits your jobsite, there will be an obvious focus on providing the product you need, when you need it, and with an ease of doing business unlike anyone else in the industry.

Ascent Buildings, LLC was founded in 2020. Based in Portland, TN, Ascent manufactures from their 180,000 sq.ft. facility and has a sales service and engineering office in Cullman, AL. Our manufacturing facility in Portland produces a full line of pre-engineered steel building products. With our facility in Portland, and our partnerships and alliances with suppliers across the USA, Ascent Buildings, LLC is a full service pre-engineered steel building manufacturer.

Ascent: The act of rising or mounting upward. The very definition of our name describes a company on the rise. It would be our honor for you to join us, and partner with us, on our journey to the top!

Full-time