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. In addition to a standard benefits package of medical/dental/vision, ISCO offers a 3% match on retirement. 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 Quality & Quantity:

•   Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; consider ways to improve and promote effectiveness of fabrication operations
•   Audits own work to ensure quality and accuracy; maintain attention to detail
•   Complete work in timely manner; works quickly, and with accuracy
•   Strive to increase productivity Dependability:

•   Follow instructions, respond to management direction
•   Take responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments
•   Commit to long hours of work when necessary
•   Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
•   Prioritizes and plans work activities to meet deadlines
•   Uses time efficiently Safety and Security:

•   Observes safety and security procedures
•   Reports potentially unsafe conditions
•   Uses equipment and materials properly Problem Solving:

•   Identifies and resolves fabrication problems in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery of product to customer
•   Anticipates and plans for potential delays in fabrication; develops alternative solutions Teamwork & Professionalism:

•   Balances team and individual responsibilities
•   Gives and welcomes feedback
•   Contributes to building a positive team spirit
•   Puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed
•   Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position
•   Accepts responsibility for own actions 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 Work Environment

When on the job, the machine operator is:

•   Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes/airborne particles
•   Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions; extremes of cold/heat, humid conditions or work in high precarious places
•   The work environment exposes individual to loud noises from moving equipment and machines