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Lead Operator (TX) (Finance)



Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity! As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, we create pathways that connect people and information worldwide in various markets. Every part of the manufacturing process is monitored with environmentally friendly sustainable efforts in mind. Quality, sustainability, and safety are paramount values at Dura-Line. Be part of our mission to Advance Life Around the World.

Lead Operator

Dura-Line, an Orbia business is hiring for a Lead Operator to join our Gainesville, TX Team.

At Dura-Line we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. Your work with us will help reinvent the future of cities and homes, link communities to data infrastructure, expand access to health and wellness, and create critical human connections between families and friends.

Job Description

Dura-Line is seeking a Lead Operator to Assist the Extrusion Supervisor in monitoring HDPE production processes, equipment, and personnel to ensure maximum efficiency and quality.

This position is a full-time position, on-site at our extrusion plant located at:

2406 I-35 Frontage Road

Gainesville, TX 76240

What can you expect in the Lead Operator role at Dura-Line?

  • Assist Extrusion Supervisor in providing supervision, direction, and hands-on involvement to staff
  • Assist in communicating standards for process time, settings, and other specifications for optimum output and quality conditions
  • Provide tracking and feedback on results to staff and Extrusion Supervisor
  • Assist in performing ongoing checks of equipment, materials, and product. Recommends or takes action as required.
  • Complete production work as needed, including running a production line
  • Assist production staff with troubleshooting and resolving processing problems
  • Train operators on equipment usage, procedures, and adjustments
  • Follow and enforce safety and other company policies and procedures
  • Assist with selection of auxiliary equipment used in production
  • Perform work on special projects as needed

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Reading, writing, and mathematical competency testing required
  • Minimum 1 - 3 years progressive experience with HDPE processes; supervisory or lead experience preferred

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Good mechanical skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
  • Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and multitask
  • Computer proficiency
  • Prior systems and continuous improvement orientation

What is in it for you? Our Amazing Benefits!

  • Competitive starting hourly wage of $22.00 per hour
  • Sign-On Bonus of $1,500 paid out over the course of your first 90-days with Dura-Line.
  • Flexible to cover vacation and sick time
  • The Schedule is: Work HALF of the month , having every other weekend as a 3-day weekend! (12-Hour, 2-2-3 schedule)
  • Night Shift Hours 7:45 p.m. to 8:00a.m.
  • Night Shift receives an additional $3.00/hr shift diff.)
  • Day Shift Hours 7:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).
  • IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits on the first day.
  • 6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line. Did I mention that you are FULLY VESTED on day 1 also?
  • 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Time.
  • Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5,000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7,500 for graduate programs).
  • ENDLESS professional growth potential with our GLOBAL family of Orbia companies.
  • BRING A FRIEND! Employee Referral Bonus of $1,500 for your referrals that join us after your date of hire.

What does Dura-Line need from you?

  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • 1-year extrusion or manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of PLC controlled & integrated equipment is preferred.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.
  • Ability to verbally communicate, read and write in the English language.
  • Ability to perform basic math; add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
  • Able to use measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers.
  • Your commitment to being a reliable and punctual team player. (Attendance on scheduled workdays is a must!).
  • Your commitment to wearing gloves, eye protection, and steel toe boots always, and dust mask, earplugs, hard hats, and face shields as necessary.
  • Maintain a safe, neat, and orderly workspace.
  • Your ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance, as well as the ability to push and pull pipe coils.
  • Your ability to work most of the time indoors on the plant floor, with heat, dust, and noise and work some of the time outdoors in any weather condition.
  • Your ability to remain in a stationary, standing position 80-100% of the time. Must be able to squat, bend, or stoop as much as 25% of the time on some days.

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All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screening and employment is contingent upon successful clearance of both. Dura-Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.

Dura-Line will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Gainesville, TX, US, 76240

Time Zone: Central Standard Time

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