Description:
General Job Description:
The Production Operator is responsible for setting up and operating machinery to epoxy coat and fabricate rebar in accordance with work orders and shop drawings. This role ensures product quality and supports timely delivery to customers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Review fabrication schedules and work orders
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Sets controls to create desired bend, cut or angle
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Activates machine with hand controls
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Inspects bars for quality; touch up end of bars with paint
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Completes paperwork; tag or label each order; daily production records
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Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment
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Follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS/TASKS:
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Assembles cardboard shipping boxes on pallets
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Operate overhead crane, forklift, or other equipment to retrieve or remove steel
- May package and band boxes of fabricated steel.
HOURS WORKED:
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40 hours per week - 10 hour shifts Monday-Thursday
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Mandatory Overtime as required seasonally.
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Fixed shifts - 1st shift 6 AM – 4:30 PM or 2nd Shift 4:30 PM – 3 AM.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Must be able to Stand and walk continuously.
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Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 25 pounds frequently and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
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Must be able to climb, bend, twist, reach, crouch frequently.
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Must have eye, hand, and foot coordination to operate in a safe and productive manner.
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Must have vision to be able to read 12pt font from 3 feet away.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT THAT MAY BE USED IN JOB: Bender, shear, CNC, overhead cranes, forklift, cutters, hand tools, tags and bands, measuring devices, angle finder.
PPE required: steel toe safety shoes shoes Provided: earplugs, safety glasses, gloves and hard hats.
MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS HANDLED: Rebar and paint.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Heat, cold, noise, vibration, fumes, and other potential work hazards.
Requirements:
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE/LICENSE REQUIRED or DESIRED:
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6 months to one year, on the job training.
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Basic Math skills, ability to read a tape measure and ability to read and comprehend work orders.
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Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment is desired.
EEO Statement: Simcote is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Simcote is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute to our success.
At-Will Employment: This job description is not intended to be a contract of employment. Employment with the company is at will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice, by either the employee or the company. Nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to conflict with or alter the at-will employment relationship.
