Automation Technician/Operator (Precast)

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 Operator to join our Geneva Pipe and Precast team in Salt Lake City, UT.

We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Bonus Potential (2x per year)
• Up to $5,000 per year Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (Day 1 of Employment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Equal Opportunities 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

This position is responsible for running and monitoring the Exact 2500 automated system to keep production moving smoothly. The role includes helping with machine changeovers, solving problems quickly, keeping the work area clean and safe, and doing basic maintenance

Essential Functions & Major Responsibilities

• Operates the Exact 2500 automated system
• Oversees workflow and throughput of the Exact 2500 automated system
• Under direction of the Dry Cast Supervisor, coordinates production inputs, product changeovers, and rapid response for troubleshooting of issues
• Ensures general housekeeping and safety
• Performs some preventive maintenance
• Operate overhead crane. Operate the MBK cage welding machine, as needed
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

•  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Education/Experience

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High School diploma, GED; or one-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• On-the job training for operating the Exact 2500 automatic production system

EXACT OPERATOR I – this level of Mill Operator is responsible for operation of the Exact 2500 production system. Daily tasks related to machine operation are self-directed. Other duties, or coordination of cross functional tasks, are performed under the supervision of the Dry Cast Supervisor.

EXACT OPERATOR II – this level of Exact Operator is responsible for performing duties described for Exact Operator I. This level of Exact Operator requires additional training, skills, experience, and/or certification. Exact Operator II is responsible for coordinating rapid response and troubleshooting of issues within the Exact 2500 system. Exact Operator II has sufficient experience throughout the Exact 2500 system to rotate through all the areas (MBK, mixer, tip out, forklift, etc.) and provide coverage as needed.

EXACT OPERATOR III – this level of Mill Operator is responsible for performing duties described for Exact Operator II.  This level possesses advanced experience. Employees in this position can effectively operate all areas of the Exact 2500 system and may be responsible for providing on-the-job training to new employees as well as perform preventative maintenance.

Full list of anticipated physical demands for this position and detail on our work environment is available on our application portal. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 is committed to equal employment opportunity. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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.