General Machine Operator

MACHINE OPERATORS -Florence, AL

Shoals Tubular Products  

 HOURS: 

1st Shift – 7 AM to 3:30 PM

2^nd Shift – 3 PM to 11:30 PM

Position Overview:

Responsible for the operation of assigned machining equipment to produce quality parts in accordance with blueprint and procedural specifications.  Maintains quality of machined parts by performing quality checks and completes required documentation.  Position requires a high regard for safety at all times.

Major Responsibilities:

• Works safely and supports safety within their team across the organization – as required. Participates in safety training and demonstrates a high regard for safety at all times. Wears Personal Protective Equipment as required by safety regulations.
• Operates assigned machines to produce quality parts without assistance or supervision.  Pulls orders and performs computer clock-in on each order. 
• Accesses prints in computer files with specific instructions for each order.  Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.  Verifies conformance of finished part to specifications.
• Makes sure equipment is in good, safe working operation.  Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. 
• Communicates pertinent information to coworkers and supervisors.
•  Continuously checks tooling and machining operations to assure both are performing and producing parts to standard.  Calls set-up operator if change of tooling or set-up modifications is necessary. 
•  Performs in-process inspections per Quality and Machine Shop procedures. 
•  Completes shop order paperwork, quality inspection documentation, and Time and Labor card.
•  Documents Preventative Maintenance checks.
•  Enters production and disposition of scrap into computer system.
•  Completes and records inspections on the Patrol Inspection Log following tooling and set-up change.
• Works on cost savings projects and Six Sigma projects and provides support for other team meetings and projects.
•  Attends team meetings.  Utilizes lean tools:  5S, visual factory concepts in maintaining order and cleanliness.
• Utilize lean tools and techniques such as 6S and visual factory concepts in maintaining order and cleanliness. 
• Perform additional tasks to support production as needed or directed by supervisor or management.

Candidates should have an exemplary work ethic and meet these minimum requirements:

• No Minimum Education Requirement.
• Prefer Machining Knowledge – 2 or more years of related work experience.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs on a regular basis
• Basic computer skills. 

Why work at Shoals Tubular Products? 

Shoals Tubular Products is part of The Harris Products Group, and is a Lincoln Electric company that is located in Florence, Alabama.  The Harris Products Group is headquartered in Mason, Ohio, and is the global leader in the design and manufacture of gas welding and cutting equipment, industrial and specialty gas regulation equipment, gas distribution systems, brazing and soldering alloys and welding consumables. Shoals Tubular Products manufactures parts for heating, cooling and refrigerating equipment. We offer an environment where employees are valued for their contributions to the company and rewarded for their performance. 

• Excellent compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, lead pay, shift differentials, and more.
• A stable and growing company with a commitment to excellence.
• An environment that values it’s talented and dedicated employees.
• An employer with a comprehensive focus on continuous improvement. 

Comprehensive and competitive compensation plus performance-based bonus opportunity and benefits that include:  medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k savings, and more.

Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace

The Harris Products Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Visit www.harrisproductsgroup.com to learn more.