What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at ISCO Industries?
At ISCO, we put high value on appreciation and respect, and provide you with an opportunity to really make a difference. ISCO is a family owned and operated company born and raised in Louisville, KY that is focused on our team members’ growth. ISCO offers a standard benefits package of medical/dental/vision, and a 401k! ISCO Industries is an end-to-end piping solutions provider that specializes in HDPE, working with leading edge technology that makes us a market leader.
Position Summary
The Machine Operator will fabricate and assemble polyethylene pipe (HDPE) to create a variety of customized structures such as; fittings, valves, T’s, Y’s, elbows, aqua-shields, geothermal vaults, manholes, dual containment units, pumps, gas aeration lines and similar structures that meet customer specifications by performing the following duties:
- Read and interpret blueprints, product drawings and pic ticket orders to determine the materials, tools and equipment needed to complete work
- Follow quality control procedures when fabricating and assembling products per customer specifications
- Maintain accurate records of materials used on “ticket”; locate and pull required materials from inventory
- Sustain clean work area and equipment; follow safety procedures concerning use of equipment and materials for safe working conditions
- Operate ISCO’s fusion and fast fusion equipment, cranes, and forklifts
- Utilize a variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Base Qualifications and Competencies
Education, Training and Experience:
- High School diploma or GED
- Knowledge and application of tools used in: welding, fusing, cutting, and measuring
- Understanding of carpentry and hand tools
- Read and comprehend safety rules, operations, maintenance, procedure manuals, and blueprints/drawings for fabrication
- Understand/perform math functions of basic geometry, fractions, percentages and ratios
- Interpret technical instructions in mathematical and diagram form
- Proficient use of business email and basic internet usage
- Required forklift certification and experience
- Prior fabrication experience and fusion qualification preferred
Physical Demands
- Occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force
- Regularly exerting 10 pounds of force to move objects
- Required to stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel
- Frequent stooping, crouching, reaching, and walking
- Constant talking, hearing, and seeing with close visual acuity