MPI Lead Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Company Description

What We Live By……
The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It
encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety
and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values,
and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question,
“What does this mean for me?” This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence
of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.
Who We Are……
McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This new division, based
in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We
offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these
two special markets. Our Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is “easiest to do business
with”.
McWane, Inc. recently completed the acquisition of Clear Water Manufacturing Corp, headquartered in
Wethersfield, Connecticut. Clear Water Manufacturing joins McWane as a premier manufacturer and
distributor of ductile iron and steel pipe fabrications. In addition to their location in Connecticut, Clear
Water currently operates manufacturing facilities in Lynchburg, Virginia, Louisville, Kentucky, and
Houston, Texas.

Excellent Benefits include 9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, 3 week vacation accrual the first year, a weekly pay schedule, M-F day shift and OT as required.  401k plan and company health insurance plans, Education Assistance, Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program.

Job Description

The Lead Machine Operator is responsible for assisting the Branch Manager and Branch Office Manager
with daily operation tasks to include production scheduling, shipment scheduling, fabrication
requirements, production start-up, cross-training employees and document employees progress and
proficiency. The Lead Machine Operator is responsible for measuring, threading adjusting flange fit, and
facing the flange on piece of ductile or steel pipe. Position will be required to use all types of manual
machine tools such as lathes and threaders. Work also includes operation of the machines and crane to
move pipe in and out of machining centers.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent desired 
• Previous experience with machinery required 

Scope of Responsibilities

• Ensuring personal safety and the safety of your team members by assisting Managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by ensuring that all team members are following the MPI Safety Management Protocol. 
• Assist the Branch Manager and Branch Office Manager with daily shipment scheduling. 
• Assist the Branch Manager and Branch Office Manager with the daily and weekly scheduling of released to build (WIP) orders and build sequence 
• Identify fabrication requirements for each piece on released workorders 
• Assigns personnel to each machine for the daily production schedule. 
• Ensure start-up readiness and end of shift 6’s programs are completed.   
• Assists in the development and execution of the cross-training plan and work to document employees progress and proficiency to meet established production standards 
• Operator will be proficient with quality and able to meet prescribed production output objectives and standards for the work center. 
• Good with math, and able to read a tape measure and micrometer 
• Ability to understand machinery processes 
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and attention to detail 
• Team player, willingness to work when needed, help and volunteer to be cross trained on every piece of equipment in our shop. 
• Basic fabrication processes are:  
• Saw cut pipe, Thread pipe, flange up, (2-hole alignment if required), Welding, Drill & Tap, Paint, package and ship. 
• Skilled operators will place pipe in machine, center the pipe, and tighten for work.  After the pipe is in place, the operator will machine tapered threads into the pipe.  During this process, the machine operator is responsible for verifying measurements, such as thread depth and correct taper and overall length meets requirements. 
• After the threads are cut the operator tests the flange to make sure it screws onto the pipe properly. 
• Applies glue on pipe and flange and uses the machine to tighten the flange onto the pipe. 
• For Threaders - Remove pipe from machine and move to next processing operation. 
• For Lathes – run the cutting tool across the surface of the face of the flange to flush fit the flange onto the pipe 

Work Environment   

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls.    
• The employee is required to lead, coach, and train other team members  
• Communicate both verbally and written in English.  
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.    
• 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 50 pounds.     
• Must be able to meet and adhere physical requirements as well as adhere to wearing the appropriate PPE (steel toed boots, safety glasses and hearing protection)  
• Must be able to work in dust and fumes.   
• Will be required to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.  
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.  
• Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus and determine and distinguish color.  
• Must have the ability to operate a forklift and obtain certification. 
• Regular full-time attendance is an essential function of the job.
• All other duties as assigned.

2nd Shift Hours:  3pm - 11pm

Wage Rate:  $31.77-$33.96 after a 24-month progression plus shift differential 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Additional Information

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. McWane Plant & Industrial. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.