Mill General Helper
Bull Moose Tube - Elkhart, IN
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JOB TITLE: Mill General HelperPAYROLL STATUS: Non-exemptREPORTS TO: SupervisorSUMMARY: Utilize and operate equipment, material and tools in the inspection and production process for slitting. Oversee all slitting functions. Slitting master coils into respective slit coils of various blank widths for use on the mills. Responsible for safe operation of the slitter in capacity as slitter operator and all ancillary activities that support the production of quality slit coils for internal customers (mills 1 and 2). Complies with all safety, quality, customer focus, preventative maintenance and housekeeping standards. All other duties as assigned and expected. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the area in which the employee works is regularly exposed to moving mechanical equipment, parts and vibration. The area in which the employee works can be exposed to heat/cold conditions. The noise levels are mitigated by use of PPE hearing protection. The building temperatures vary, ranging from cold in the winter months to temperate summer climes. There is increased exposure to temperature in winter due to doors open to admit incoming trucks in the receiving bay. There are two 10 mil BTU heaters at either end of the plant, as well as, stationed gas infrared heatingPERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): The PPE described here is mandatory while an employee is on the plant floor performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to wears at all times-hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, metatarsal boots and Kevlar cut-resistant gloves while handling tubing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand for several hours (up to 8-12 hours); use hands and fingers to manipulate, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk; talk or hear; stoop; kneel; and crouch; The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Rarely will an employee have to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color recognition, and ability to adjust focus. The essential functions of this classification include performing the following tasks: Read and apply micrometer, caliper, gages and tape measureRead and interpret slitter schedule. Understand and use shop floor systemSelect proper master coils to match slitter scheduleEnter master coils into slitterUse of coil car, turnstile and controls for all slitter equipmentOperation of all coil entry equipment and controlsProper threading of coil(s) through slitter head to re coiler.Un banding procedureProper banding of coilsSlitter setup: Proper setup of head to match schedule; set up of rubbers, spacers, knives Proper setup of over arm and under arm separator shaftsComplete knowledge of Company Safety Rules and precautionsComplete knowledge of Company quality requirementsComplete knowledge of Company housekeeping rulesAbility to run forklift and overhead crane OTHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Maintain regular and reliable attendanceWork cooperatively with others to ensure constructive and productive business relationshipsComply with all Company policies and proceduresBe able to understand and effectively use computerized business systems and other technology and business platforms QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to build, develop and motivate teams/co workersAbility to engage in cross-functional collaborationAbility to participate in and facilitate group meetingsSelf-motivated and driven REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/equivalentPrior manufacturing experienceMachine operating skills or ability to learn and comprehendSpeak and read English
Created: 2026-03-04