Production Associate

IPEX USA LLC is a manufacturer of the industrys highest quality plastic pipe with a comprehensive product offering featuring PVC CPVC PE and PEX with innovative production facilities. IPEX is known as an industry leader focusing on innovation timely delivery and personalized service. We currently have an excellent opportunity as aMachine Operator! This role is based at our facility in Huntsville Alabama.

Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for taking measurements with micrometers and/or other tools inspecting product for correct markings sorting packaging and labelling pipe bundles. Banding tools mallets and nailers will be used to close full lifts of pipe for pickup and shipment out of the facility. Our Machine Operators perform as integral members of the team by applying knowledge of routine work area procedures completing standardized activities and resolving or escalating task-related problems in straightforward situations within the area. Emphasis on manual skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Demonstrate commitment to safety by maintaining a safe work environment through training policy adherence and housekeeping.

Produce high quality work by following established processes and properly monitoring materials equipment and products to ensure compliance with specifications.

Actively and effectively communicate with Team Leader and management regarding any concerns with production equipment safety and working environment in both verbal and written form.

Inspect and package product including measuring thickness of CPVC pipe sorting and packaging pipe verifying pipe for correct markings and date.

Package plastic pipe in correct quantities and label as required.

Close lifts of plastic pipe using banding tools and nailing machine.

Stencil tag stamp or write identifying information on packaged products.

Ensure that CPVC pipe does not collect on dump tables.

Assist lead person during shutdown and start-up operations including reacting to power outages.

Provide breaks for other operators as needed.

Store and/or move materials into neat and labeled areas consistent with 5S principles.

Maintain a respectful workplace environment.

Meet department safety quality cleanliness and efficiency standards.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED

Ability to demonstrate accurate knowledge and quality performance of Machine Operator processes

Ability to communicate effectively across all levels in the plant

Demonstrate a commitment to safety quality and a positive work environment

Physical requirements

The ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Ability to stand lift bend reach and manipulate objects by hand for long periods.

Continually standing walking reaching pulling lifting bending and moving of materials without sitting or leaning for long hours.

The ability to wear all required PPE including but not limited to safety glasses and hearing protection.

Ability to work 12-hour shifts.

Ability to perform repetitive hand arm and shoulder motions at a continuous pace.

Inspecting products using near vision color vision and peripheral vision.

Ability to learn and demonstrate proper use of various tools including: micrometers banding machines nail guns mallets drills etc.

Ability to understand and follow written or verbal directions standardized work instructions and policies.

Working Conditions:

Frequent exposure to humid conditions and extreme cold or heat

Frequent exposure to airborne particles

Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and loud noise levels

Occasional exposure to fumes or risk of electrical shock

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

IPEX 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 applicants 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