Saw/Swage Operator

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for set up and operation of saw and swage. Tasks include overhead hoist operation, locating and pulling material, comparing material to print, set-up, die changing, operation, and document material traceability. Saw and swage operator may be required to operate other shop duties.

DUTIES:

1. Able to use precision hand measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, calipers, scales, tape measures etc.) to measure product dimensions.
2. Capable of reading O.E.M. and Vallourec Tube-Alloy Drawings.
3. Understands the importance of maintaining product traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
4. Able to maintain and safely operate swage machine.
5. Able to change dies and set–up swage machine to form pipe to proper dimensions.
6. Perform other job duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO:   Shop Supervisor or other designee

EDUCATION:  Must be able to comprehend written and spoken instructions and follow demonstrated instructions.

EXPERIENCE:  Tube-Alloy employee or previous machine shop experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS:  Good mechanical aptitude, able to drive forklifts, able to operate overhead cranes and jib hoists, good mathematical background.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Able to climb stairs and lift 50 pounds.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:  As detailed in Minimum Training Requirements Manual.