Machine Operator

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

Education

Preferred

• High School or better

Skills

Preferred

• Variety of Hand Tools Experience
• Read product drawings
• Measuring Skills
• Lift 50 lbs repeatedly
• Forklift Experience
• Fabrication Experience
• Blueprint Reading
• Independent Judgement
• Problem solving
• Time Management

Behaviors

Preferred

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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