Equipment Helper

IKG is the North American leader in the manufacture of high-quality steel and aluminum bar grating. We place a high value on our employees, our customers, and our stakeholders and we welcome like-minded individuals to apply to join our organization. We are part of the Meiser/Dutco group of companies operating in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Dubai, France, Hungary, Belgium, Egypt, Brazil, Morocco, Romania, Czech Republic, and Turkey employing over 14,000 employees globally.

Position Summary

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists operator in making set-ups as required.
• Observes incoming material, monitors coil feed process, manipulates controls as required and advises Operator in event of malfunction or material problems.
• Loads welder with slit coil using fork trucks, coil grippers and other appropriate material handling equipment.
• Monitors run out equipment, shear and off-load equipment. Checks material coming off welder and identifies finished grating pieces, and writes up jobs. Reports apparent defects or equipment malfunction to Operator and/or Supervisor. Unload material into designated areas.
• Performs minor maintenance reports any malfunction of equipment to supervisor.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by Supervisor such as, but not limited to inventory counts, unloading incoming materials, loading raw material, etc.
• Maintains neat and orderly work area.
• Restocks coils of flat bar, loads, threads, cuts, matches end and welds ends together, as required.
• Performs job functions using safe work practices.
• Required to adhere to all safety rules and regulations and participate in safety efforts.
• The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
• Load slit coil onto payoff racks and monitor coil payoff while running, insuring smooth and steady operation. Unloads finished product and moves to designated staging areas. Threads, cuts, matches ends and welds coil ends.

Requirements

• Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs;
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Education and/or Experience:
• High School diploma and some manufacturing or related experience.
• Trade school preferred: Welding; manufacturing or related.
• Ability to read and interpret documents as well as technical manuals and materials. Ability to write clear instructions and fill out required paperwork.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to perform basic math as it relates to production items.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to plant & office environments, occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

“IKG is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender orientation; genetic traits, national origin, disability or protected Veterans.