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Cage Welding Machine Operator - Second Shift

NORTHWEST PIPE COMPANY and Careers
Salt Lake, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026

Get ready to grow with us!

Northwest Pipe Company is the nation’s leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products—and with over 50 years of experience, we’re just getting started! Our business is growing, and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. We’re immediately seeking a Exact 2500 MBK Machine Operator - Second Shift - to join our Geneva Pipe and Precast team in Salt Lake City, UT .

WE OFFER:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance (1st of month after hire)
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Weekly Paycheck
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
  • Bonus Potential
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (day 1 of employment)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Opportunities for Career Advancement
  • Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

OUR VALUES:

  • Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions.
  • Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen.
  • Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success.

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Exact 2500 Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a steel cage welding machine that produces steel reinforcement for concrete pipe assembly. Will handle day-to-day operation with efficiency and productivity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Operating of the Exact 2500 to meet production & quality standards
  • Mathematically inclined for conversions from inches to metric
  • Mechanically inclined including but not limited to pneumatic, hydraulic or electronics
  • Coordinate schedule with the Production Supervisor
  • Responsible for use and care of all equipment
  • Schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance on machine.
  • Adhere to OSHA safety guidelines and use all necessary PPE
  • Review the work area for safety hazards or unsafe conditions
  • Ordering, tracking supplies, equipment and replacement parts.
  • Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

  • Regular use of hand tools & power tools
  • General knowledge of equipment and machinery
  • Forklift and Crane use and certifications.
  • Coordinate the flow of materials for machine.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • High School diploma or GED would be preferred
  • 1–2 Years of using the referenced products and procedures

Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, offers of employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug test, and/or physical examination, as determined by the essential functions and physical requirements of the position. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.68 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you mechanically inclined?
  • Are you mathematically proficient?
  • Do you possess experience as a machine operator?

Ability to Commute:

  • Salt Lake City, UT 84104 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25

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