Machine Operator I-OPS-0021.1

Job Purpose

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Comply with relevant safety, quality, and environmental control procedures and instructions.
• Use personal protective equipment and safety gear when performing assigned tasks.
• Keep operational areas clean and organized to prevent incidents and accidents.
• Maintain assigned tools, equipment, and machinery in good working order.
• Report unsafe acts, incidents, or safety violations.

Production Workflow

• Ensure resins are correctly mixed and the correct raw materials are available before production to make quality pipes.
• Ensure labels and markings meet standard and client specifications.
• Comply with operational procedures and instructions for all job tasks and activities.
• Report production accidents, problems, mistakes, or non-conformities to the supervisor.
• Perform pre-curing and proper de-molding to minimize defects.
• Maintain records for molds and mandrels and stencil each for identification.
• Inspect de-molded products before online quality control inspection.
• Cool mandrels to the minimum required temperature and ensure they are ready for production.

Hydro Testing and Calibration

• Monitor machine operation during hydro testing within defined limitations to avoid damage to the machine or tested item.
• Set up and dismantle pipe testing heads, fittings, and blind flanges.
• Test pipes according to the testing schedule and log daily tests.
• Select the correct rubber rings, O-rings, and flanges according to drilling standards.
• Apply valid calibration dates to gauges for quality control testing.
• Calibrate, build up, grind, and cut pipes to required dimensions and quality standards.
• Prevent wastage and rejections during calibration.
• Track, log, and report daily output and post-curing status.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Technical or high school education is required.
• One to two years of experience as an operator in a similar environment is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Detailed knowledge of pipe machinery, products, raw materials, associated hazards, and resin mixing or dosage.
• Knowledge of product specifications, quality standards, visual defects, and measuring tools.
• Ability to read and understand raw material recipes and use computers.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

Communication Scope