Lead Line Operator

Join Dura-Line an Orbia business in leading the charge for global connectivity! As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes we create pathways that connect people and information worldwide in various markets. Every part of the manufacturing process is monitored with environmentally friendly sustainable efforts in mind. Quality sustainability and safety are paramount values at Dura-Line. Be part of our mission to Advance Life Around the World.

Lead Operator

Dura-Line an Orbia business is hiring for a Lead Operator to join our Gainesville TX Team.

At Dura-Line we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. Your work with us will help reinvent the future of cities and homes link communities to data infrastructure expand access to health and wellness and create critical human connections between families and friends.

Job Description

Dura-Line is seeking a Lead Operator to Assist the Extrusion Supervisor in monitoring HDPE production processes equipment and personnel to ensure maximum efficiency and quality.

This position is a full-time position on-site at our extrusion plant located at:

2406 I-35 Frontage Road

Gainesville TX 76240

What can you expect in the Lead Operator role at Dura-Line

• Assist Extrusion Supervisor in providing supervision direction and hands-on involvement to staff
• Assist in communicating standards for process time settings and other specifications for optimum output and quality conditions
• Provide tracking and feedback on results to staff and Extrusion Supervisor
• Assist in performing ongoing checks of equipment materials and product. Recommends or takes action as required.
• Complete production work as needed including running a production line
• Assist production staff with troubleshooting and resolving processing problems
• Train operators on equipment usage procedures and adjustments
• Follow and enforce safety and other company policies and procedures
• Assist with selection of auxiliary equipment used in production
• Perform work on special projects as needed

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Reading writing and mathematical competency testing required
• Minimum 1 - 3 years progressive experience with HDPE processes; supervisory or lead experience preferred

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Good mechanical skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and multitask
• Computer proficiency
• Prior systems and continuous improvement orientation

What is in it for you Our Amazing Benefits!

• Competitive starting hourly wage of $22.00 per hour
• Flexible to cover vacation and sick time
• The Schedule is: Work HALF of the month having every other weekend as a3-day weekend! (12-Hour 2-2-3 schedule)
• Night Shift Hours 7:45 p.m. to 8:00a.m.
• Night Shift receives an additional $3.00/hr shift diff.)
• Day Shift Hours 7:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).
• IMMEDIATE Medical Dental Vision and Prescription benefits on the first day.
• 6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line. Did I mention that you are FULLY VESTED on day 1 also
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Volunteer Time.
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7500 for graduate programs).
• ENDLESS professional growth potential with our GLOBAL family of Orbia companies.
• BRING A FRIEND! Employee Referral Bonus of $1500 for your referrals that join us after your date of hire.

What does Dura-Line need from you

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-year extrusion or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC controlled & integrated equipment is preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to verbally communicate read and write in the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math; add subtract multiply and divide.
• Able to use measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers.
• Your commitment to being a reliable and punctual team player. (Attendance on scheduled workdays is a must!).
• Your commitment to wearing gloves eye protection and steel toe boots always and dust mask earplugs hard hats and face shields as necessary.
• Maintain a safe neat and orderly workspace.
• Your ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance as well as the ability to push and pull pipe coils.
• Your ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor with heat dust and noise and work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.
• Your ability to remain in a stationary standing position 80-100% of the time. Must be able to squat bend or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.

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All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screening and employment is contingent upon successful clearance of both. Dura-Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.

Dura-Line will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)