PTW Operator

• On-site
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PTWOP
  001305

Set up and operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) automatic equipment to assemble and weld steel plates and bars, producing structural sub-assemblies for building frames.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Maintains compliance to all quality control procedures and standards.
• Strives to maximize the volume of assigned work completed.
• Demonstrates full knowledge of equipment capabilities and proper operation, including familiarity with all relevant companies and code-specific welding standards and procedures.
• Responsible for machine setup and routine maintenance, and minor repairs of assigned equipment.
• Move material as needed using forklifts, hoists, overhead cranes, and manual handling as necessary.
• Accurately completes all the routine paperwork and enters job-related data into computer systems.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for creating a collaborative, safe and hazard free environment that is driven by employee involvement. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to leading departmental continuous improvement projects, supporting and executing all safety and health policies and programs, employee training and incident investigations.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, South Carolina.

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Basic understanding of hand tools such as tape measures, squares, and protractors.

Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and technical data sheets for proper equipment setup.

Basic mechanical and welding skills preferred.

Experience with metal fabrication and overhead crane operation is a plus.

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