Machine Operator

Harco Fittings LLC is a member of the IPEX group of companies. Our mission is to compete and grow using innovation, differentiation, and extraordinary service. We want to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. Harco Fittings LLC, founded in 1966 in Lynchburg, Virginia is a producer of gasketed joint injection‑molded PVC and push‑on gasketed joint ductile fittings.

Our Harco locations span across seven states in the US.

We are seeking an upbeat individual who will be responsible for receiving, inspecting, and preparing parts for production operations. This includes performing assembly and packaging operations as listed below.

• Visually inspect all incoming castings and gaskets for defects.
• Trim excess flashing with a razor according to specifications.
• Use plug gauges to verify that each part meets specifications.
• Identify and separate all rejected parts for resolution by Quality Control.
• Maintain grinding wheel inventory – order replacement stock through the D.I. supervisor or lead person as required.
• Use hand tools, compressed‑air tools, and various substances to assemble fittings.
• Complete production reports, read work orders, and ensure protocol is updated to safety standards.
• Unload trucks from foundries as needed and ensure Lean methodologies such as 5S and TPM.
• Process all vital documentation per customer requirements.
• Be eager to learn, excited to work on a team, and have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Other duties as the need arises and/or assigned.

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Large and small grinders
• Compressed‑air tools
• Overhead crane experience preferred
• Inspection tools and gauges, check pipes, micrometers
• Utility knife, tape applicator, basic hand tools

Requires good mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, bending, stooping, and lifting to a maximum of 150 lbs. Working on raised surfaces (ladders, machines, work platforms). Regular work in a fluctuating temperature environment (indoor & outdoor). Exposure to grease, dirt, and some industrial chemicals. Standard personal protective equipment is used and includes safety glasses and splash shield, gloves and apron, safety shoes, harness, Hi‑Vis clothing.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long term Disability
• 401k and company match
• Paid Holiday and Vacation
• Reimbursement of COBRA costs while transitioning to IPEX benefits

Harco Fittings LLC is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs.

To request an accommodation, please contact HR at  EOE.