Mill Technician Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Mill Technician American SpiralWeld Pipe Company, LLC – 4.0 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $30 – $40 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Management Tooling Calipers Mid-level High school diploma or GED Welding Certification Electrical wiring Electrical experience Micrometer Computer skills Power tools Industrial equipment Welding Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

: The Mill Technician will learn, operate, and troubleshot spiral mill machinery safely and per the work instructions and supporting tools. Job Assignments include but are not limited to positions involving the Strip In-Feed, Gapping, Tracking, and Runout Table operations. The Technician will troubleshoot mill processes and equipment for mechanical issues, analyze failures, and make or suggest improvements as needed. • Mechanical aptitude required. Technicians must successfully complete company assessments or demonstrate and equivalent combination of relevant experience and skills to be eligible for consideration. This role requires the employee to successfully perform the below responsibilities (other duties may be assigned). The employee must have the desire, willingness and ability to learn the duties they have not yet performed at a safe and proficient level. Adhere to all safety protocols, policies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, including but not limited to Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Fall Protection. Report any safety concerns or issues to the department manager or safety manager promptly. Collaborate with mill supervision to establish work priorities and ensure efficient operations. Replace tooling as needed to maintain production standards and efficiency. Coordinate with other mill technicians to achieve overall mill performance targets. Monitor mill machinery performance and address any issues that arise to ensure continuous operation. Initiate work orders for corrective maintenance tasks to maintain equipment reliability. Conduct inspections for faulty equipment and recommend necessary actions. Evaluate used parts to assess changes in dimensional requirements and their impact on operations. Install special functional and structural components in devices according to project specifications. Engage in the proper setup of machines to ensure optimal functionality. Monitor the quality of weld alignment throughout the welding process. Perform preventive maintenance by lubricating and cleaning parts, replacing components, and adhering to other PM procedures. Accurately document all activities and work orders in accordance with mill department guidelines. Start devices and conduct performance tests to ensure effective operation. Understand and execute retooling activities as required. Assess mechanical devices in operation to identify and troubleshoot issues using appropriate tools, methods, and testing equipment. Verify that all positions are checked and ready for operation before commencing work. Assist other operators with their duties and provide cross-training to new operators, as assigned by management Complete Mill Change Over per Work Instructions from start to finish. Check wire and welding equipment to ensure proper startup according to the Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) Evaluate welding quality, identify defects, and implement corrective actions. Minimize downtime by performing preventative measures Use a forklift and/or overhead crane Visually examine welds to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards. Adjust machine setup to vary the size, location, and penetration of the weld bead as required. Complete all required process and production reporting as required Keep the work area clean and organized; change out the flux hopper when necessary. Grind welded surfaces as needed. Prepare quality control samples according to quality standards Perform all previous duties of Mill operator positionother duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or

Experience :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Troubleshooting industrial equipment experience required.

Language Skills :

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees and members of management.

Mathematical Skills :

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute ratio and percentage and to interpret bar graphs. Ability to read and interpret linear and circumference measurements using tape measures and calipers.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variable in situation where only limited standardization exists.

Computer Skills :

Ability to operate machine tool control console, providing input and interpreting readings on a computer screen.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

In-house welding certification desired.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

: • Mechanical aptitude required. Must pass company tests to be considered. Ability to read and interpret tape measure and micrometer. Experience in a combination of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulics fields. Must be able to operate computer-controlled panels, including reading and interpreting console indicators and gauges. Must be able to enter data into existing computer software, following on-screen prompts or written instructions. Must be able to perform multi-skilled tasks including basic electrical repair and wiring, mechanical maintenance, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and advanced electrical controls and automation. Must be experienced with hand and power tools. Must have a willingness to learn and apply multiple job-related skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Mechanical Maintenance Certification preferred. Knowledge of welding processes and experience as a welder preferred.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee 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 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.