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Production Operator

Lapham-Hickey Steel-, Frankfort, KY, United States


Lapham-Hickey Steel Corporation
We are a family-owned, financially secure company with a storied history dating back to 1926 and a reputation for building long-standing relationships with our customers. Our values are embodied in The R.I.T.E. Way (Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence).

PRODUCTION OPERATORS
Location: Paulding, OH. Full-time position.

Purpose / Summary
The Production Operator sets up and operates a furnace, shear, or slitter machine according to customer specifications and work orders. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strict adherence to safety, and the ability to measure dimensions, align parts, and produce material in accordance with production instructions.

Duties And Responsibilities

Operate equipment and tools in accordance with unit SOP.

Maintain proper records as specified in SOP.

Ensure quality is consistent with customer specifications or work orders; idle machine or make necessary set-up changes to comply; request supervisor help if needed.

Notify supervisor of any non-compliance or changes made to attain compliance.

Adhere to unit schedule when planning work to minimize delays, combine and/or overlap operations, anticipate supply and equipment problems, and maintain efficient production and quality material.

Responsible for cleanliness of the work area.

Adhere to company quality standards, policies, and procedures.

Assist other operators as needed and perform tasks directed by supervision.

Remove scrap from machine regularly and empty hoppers as needed.

Communicate production or quality problems to supervisor and/or shift lead.

Qualifications

Knowledge of current crane and forklift operation preferred.

Ability to read and follow all work order instructions and complete necessary documentation.

Strong communication skills.

Ability and willingness to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors/management of the production team.

Ability to work with little supervision.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions
Plant environment; physical labor; machine-heavy operation; exposure to heat and noise.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule

12-hour shift (7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.)

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Overtime opportunities

Weekend availability required

Supplemental Pay

Bonus pay

Education
High school graduate or GED. Requires ability to read and write, add and subtract decimals and fractions.

Experience

Calipers – 1 year (Preferred)

Manufacturing – 2 years (Required)

Machine operation – 2 years (Preferred)

Language
English (Preferred)

Shift
1st shift

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