Mill Manager

Department: Mill

Reports to: Chief Roll Mill Operations Officer

Job Type: Full-time

Hours of work: 10 Hours per day Mon – Fri, 8 Hours on Saturday

Position Summary: Mill manager will plan, coordinate and control manufacturing processes while prioritizing safety, quality, and production costs.

Essential Job Tasks:

• Manage the Mill and Production Shears
              o Responsible for scheduling manpower

• Manage Furnace and Slitter operations

• Review CMMS work orders

• Conduct daily meetings with Mill team

• Review daily production from previous day

• Print all work orders, dashboard, checklists, and training paperwork.

• Meet and review open work orders with Maintenance Manager

• Walk through department, ensure all needs are met for safety and quality.

• Coordinate with production shears for highway material requests.

• Review department’s employee hours

• Meet with current and potential vendors as required

• Communicate with Sales Manager

Responsibilities:

• Assign employees with work orders to complete production needs

• Watch and abide by all safety protocols

• Provide leadership and motivation

• Complete annual employee reviews

• Complete various reports regarding Mill production

• Report KPI’s to company executives

• Cost reduction in areas for automation

• Establish and maintain continuous improvement (2 Second Lean), problem solving (KATA technique), and Root Cause analysis

• Maintain ISO 9001;2015 departmental standards

Machines/Equipment used for Position:

• Radios/Phone

• Computer

• Scanner

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience: 5 to 10 years Hot Rolling Mill Management

Recommended Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong communication skills

• Microsoft Suite skills

• CMMS

• Microsoft Project

• Good leadership and management skills

• Knowledge of department

• Detail oriented

• Basic math

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb on, off and around equipment

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for periods of time

• Ability to lift items (occasionally very heavy in excess of 50Lbs)

• Various repetitive motion

Working Environment:

• Working around mechanical parts, and vibrations

• Working around some fumes, and gases

• Working with some fluids and chemicals

• Working around loud noises

Other Duties and Projects as assigned

Manufacturing Line Operator in our Farm Post Finishing Department

Job Type: Full-time

On-the-job training available but previous experience in a manufacturing environment on an assembly line is preferred. Mechanical skills a plus. This is an entry level position with the ability to move to higher level positions in the department.

Position participates in an incentive plan.

Shift hours for Manufacturing Line Operators – 6:00 a.m./4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Saturdays as necessary 6:00 a.m./2:00 p.m.

Second Shift during peak seasons is 7:00 p.m./5:00 a.m. Monday thru Friday.

Overtime required.

Benefits Available First of Month Following 60 Days of Employment. Company & Employee Share Monthly Premium.

General Laborer

Job Type: Full-time

Hours of work: 5:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Monday thru Friday, Saturday 5:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. As Needed

Position Summary: Assists the breaker operator with the process of breaking rail.

Essential Job Tasks:

• Pull down rail

• Pull off rail

• Use torch for rail marking

• Oil the skids

• General housekeeping duties around rail yard

Responsibilities:

• Inspects the ends of rail

• Counts the bundles

• Hooks up lifts

• Makes sure lifts are not overloaded

Machines/Equipment used for Position:

• Rail wrench

• Hook wrench

• Torches

• Hand tools

• Oil

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (G.E.D) preferred

Required Experience: Prior experience with a cutting torch is a plus. Previous operation of heavy equipment is also a plus.

Recommended Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic Math

• Basic Reading

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to Climb on, off and around equipment

• Ability to Sit, stand, and walk for periods of time

• Ability to Lift items

• Various repetitive motion

Working Environment:

• Working around mechanical parts, and vibrations

• Working around some fumes, and gases.

• Working with some fluids and chemicals

• Working around loud noises

Other Duties as assigned

Press Operator

Department: Highway

Reports to: Highway Supervisor

Full Time work

Hours of work: 6am-4pm Mon – Fri, some Saturdays

Position Summary: The Highway press operators will direct the other employees at the press and utilize it to complete needed work for work orders. They may also operate the 400, 250, 600, 756 and 750 presses as needed.

Essential Job Tasks:

•Keep press operating at efficacy 

•Oversee employees at press

•Preform preventive maintenance on press

•Quality check material 

Responsibilities:

•Operate the press to complete workorders

•Fill in on 400, 250, 600, 756 and 750 presses as needed

Machines/Equipment used for Position:

•400, 250, 600, 756, 800 and 750 presses

•Hand tools

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (G.E.D) 

Required Experience: None

Preferred Experience: Press setup, familiarity with press tooling

Recommended Certifications, Registrations, Licenses:  None

Recommended Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of presses

• General machine knowledge 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb on, off and around equipment 

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for periods of time

• Ability to lift items 

• Various repetitive motion

Working Environment:

• Working around mechanical parts, and vibrations

• Working around some fumes, and gases. 

• Working with some fluids and chemicals 

• Working around loud noises 

Other Duties as assigned

Manual Machinist

Department: Machine Shop

Reports to: Machine and Roll Shop Manager

Full Time work

Hours of work:  10 hours Mon – Fri, 8 hours Saturdays as needed

Job Purpose:

The Machinist will provide high quality precision parts for Franklin Industries’ Rolling Mill. Using equipment to accomplish goals with accuracy while also maintaining high levels of production rates.

The Machinist will be required to perform a variety of tasks to support the mill production functions of Franklin Industries.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret sketches, blueprints, and computer-aided design files to understand what needs made.
• Review and audit all procedures, policies, and work instructions for accuracy and proper ISO format
• Assist all managers with their machinery needs.
• Record, collect, and track data of all parts
• Operates and maintains lathe and milling machines.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping.
• Plans proper sequence of tasks to complete the assignment.
• Maintains inventory of completed projects.
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols
• Monitors production, adjusting feed and other settings as necessary.
• Maintains inventory of completed products.
• Checks output for quality assurance and documents or discards defects.
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Internal ISO Auditor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or higher education certificate
• Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.
• Proficient in math
• 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read blueprints
• General knowledge of roll and pass design
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Above average communication skills
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Intermediate/advanced computer skills to enter data into inventory system
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and work with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work in a safe manner.

Working Conditions (if applicable):

• Mechanical parts and vibrations
• Some fumes and gases
• Fluids and chemicals
• Loud noises

Physical Requirements (if applicable):

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for periods of time.

Direct Reports:

• Daily, weekly, monthly, and annual mill delay charts and data collection.
• Daily roll shop data collection.

Essential Job Functions:

• Attendance at work
• Ability to read and interpret safety and work procedures
• Ability to follow work procedures and instructions both written and verbal
• Ability to collaborate well with other team members, performing work in a safe manner
• Maintain appropriate documentation.
• Participate in house keeping

Machines/Equipment Used for Position:

• Dual monitor computer for data entry
• Lathe
• Saws
• Mills
• Grinders
• Jib Crane
• Scale
• Micrometers
• Verners
• Threading
• Turning
• Boring
• Broaching
• Deburring

Other Duties as assigned

Straightener Operator

Department: Highway

Reports to: Highway Supervisor

Full Time work

Hours of work: 6am-4pm Mon – Fri, some Saturdays

Essential Job Tasks:
• Set up straightener for operation
• Run material through the straightener
• Perform preventive maintenance on straightener

Responsibilities:
• Run the straightener safely and effectively

Machines/Equipment used for Position:
• straightener

Required Experience: None

Preferred Experience: None

Recommended Certifications, Registrations, Licenses: None

Recommended Knowledge/Skills:
• Basic Math

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to climb on, off and around equipment
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for periods of time
• Ability to lift items
• Various repetitive motions

Working Environment:
• Working around mechanical parts, and vibrations
• Working around some fumes, and gases.
• Working with some fluids and chemicals
• Working around loud noises

Other Duties as assigned.

2nd Shift Welder

Department: Mill

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Full Time work

Non-Exempt

Franklin Industries is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Hours of work: 10 hours per day Mon-Fri, 8 hours Saturday, as needed

Job Purpose:

The Welder will support Franklin Industries by understanding customer needs and their respective job duties. They will work to provide support by demonstrating dedication to quality, quantity, and safety.

The Welder will perform a variety of welding duties to support the production functions of Franklin Industries. They will also check parts for the process of the rolls and ensure parts are in proper working condition for efficiencies.

The Welder will be responsible for assisting Guide Setters and project fabrication.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment and welding method based on requirements.
• Select the appropriate tools, materials and gas ratios required
• Measure, cut and drill materials as needed
• Use of a variety of equipment including welding torch, hand tools, grinder, presses, vises.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications
• Read prints and drawings, take measurements to plan and layout welding jobs
• Prepare both metals and work surfaces for production process
• Keep welding tools clean and functional
• Preventative maintenance
• Mill projects; fabricating, welding, and installing when assigned.
• Ability to help millwrights on projects and mill needs
• Use jigs to ensure proper weld buildup
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent qualification
• Completion of formal welding training or apprenticeship, welding certification (stick and mig)
• 3-5 years of related experience; Stick and Mig welding
• Ability to read blueprints
• Familiarity with commonly used welding tools, techniques, and materials
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Above average communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and work with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work in a safe manner.

Working Conditions (if applicable):
• Shop environment – temperatures could vary
• PPE required includes welding gloves, welding helmet, hearing protection, safety boots, FR clothing

Direct Reports:

• This position has no direct reports.

Essential Job Functions: 

• Attendance at work
• Ability to perform welding work for a variety of repairs and products
• Ability to use hand tools and welding equipment
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures
• Be able to follow work procedures and instructions both written and verbal
• Ability to collaborate well with other team members, performing work in a safe manner
• Maintain appropriate documentation

Machines/Equipment Used for Position:

• Grinder
• Welder
• Arc
• Mig
• Air arc as needed
• Welding torch
• Hand tools
• Pipe threader
• 100 ton press
• Vise​

Other Duties as assigned.