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MPI Machine Operator I 2nd Shift

McWane Plant & Industrial, Houston, TX, United States


Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift
Position: Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

Reports to: Branch Manager

Hourly Pay: $23.00 - $25.19

24-month wage progression plus shift differential

Job Responsibilities
McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI) is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join our Job Shop Fabrication and Machining operation. The Machine Operator is responsible for measuring, threading, adjusting flange fit, and facing the flange on pieces of ductile or steel pipe. The position will require the use of all types of manual machine tools such as lathes and threaders. Work also includes operation of the machines and crane to move pipe in and out of machining centers.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent desired

Previous experience with machinery is desired

Scope of Responsibilities

Ensuring personal safety and the safety of team members

Assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment

Wears appropriate PPE which may include fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head and eye protection

Responsible for cleanliness of the assigned work area as well as maintaining a safe and clean work environment

Proactively promotes the McWane Way principles

Follows all processes and procedures associated with the Clear Water Safety Management Program; advises management of any deviations from this program

Identifies fabrication requirements for each piece of pipe

Places pipe in machine, centers the pipe, and tightens for work. After the pipe is in place, the operator machines tapered threads into the pipe, verifying measurements such as thread depth and correct taper

After the threads are cut, the operator tests the flange to ensure it screws onto the pipe properly

Applies glue on pipe and flange and uses the machine to tighten the flange onto the pipe

For Threaders – removes pipe from machine and moves to next processing operation

For Lathes – runs the cutting tool across the surface of the face of the flange to flush fit the flange onto the pipe

Operator I will work with pipe and flanges primarily from 3” to 6” in diameter, and lengths from 4 inches to 18 feet long

Operator will be proficient with quality and able to meet prescribed production output objectives for the work center

Good with math, able to read a tape measure and micrometer

Ability to understand machinery processes

Consistent attendance, ability to arrive on time every day

Team player, willingness to work when needed, help and volunteer across a variety of different machines

Positive, enthusiastic, and helpful

Regular full-time attendance is an essential function of the job

All other duties as assigned

Work Environment

Requires standing, walking, and using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls

Requires verbal and written communication in English

May require reaching with hands and arms and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Must adhere to wearing appropriate PPE (steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection)

Must be able to work in dust and fumes

Will be required to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands

Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises

Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance

Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and determine color

Must be able to operate a forklift and obtain certification

Additional Information
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

McWane Plant & Industrial is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. The Company's policy is to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. The company maintains a drug‑free workplace and reserves the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

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