Job details The Tank Shop Operator I is a foundational production role responsible for the fabrication and assembly of transformer tanks. This position involves setting up and operating heavy industrial machinery-including various welders, presses, and shears-to transform raw materials into finished components. The role requires a focus on precision, safety, and physical stamina within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. ...
Responsibilities:
Machine Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate welding machines (bottom, projection, seam), presses, shears, brakes, flanges, and expanders.
Fabrication & Assembly: Perform specialized tasks such as rod stacking, layout, cover punching, and tank unhanging.
Material Handling: Position, hang, and remove transformer tanks and accessory parts from powered overhead conveyor lines; operate hoists and powered industrial trucks.
Quality & Measurement: Work from blueprints, oven pick lists, and quality instructions (PQP/NFOI) using simple measuring devices to ensure accuracy.
Maintenance: Perform routine machine and equipment upkeep to ensure operational readiness and a clean, orderly work area.
Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in safety programs, including the proper handling and disposal of chemicals, paints, and waste materials.

Working hours: Various Shifts Available

Skills:
Industry Experience: Prior experience in a welding shop, metal fabrication facility, or heavy manufacturing environment.
Educational Background: Possession of a High School Diploma or GED.
Advanced Equipment Handling: Previous experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts) or specialized metal-shaping equipment (expanders/brakes).

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Literacy & Numeracy: Ability to read and comprehend written safety manuals, quality standards, and operating instructions; must be able to perform basic mathematical functions.
Technical Proficiency: Ability to operate various manual and powered hand tools and interpret simple measuring instruments.
Physical Capability: Physically able to perform essential job functions, including handling materials in the medium-heavy weight range and wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Environmental Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in an industrial environment that may include heat, fumes, and noise.


Please call Spherion Staffing in Nacogdoches at 936-559-7777 or email me kelsiewilliams@spherion.com Thank you!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow more The Tank Shop Operator I is a foundational production role responsible for the fabrication and assembly of transformer tanks. This position involves setting up and operating heavy industrial machinery-including various welders, presses, and shears-to transform raw materials into finished components. The role requires a focus on precision, safety, and physical stamina within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:
Machine Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate welding machines (bottom, projection, seam), presses, shears, brakes, flanges, and expanders.
Fabrication & Assembly: Perform specialized tasks such as rod stacking, layout, cover punching, and tank unhanging.
Material Handling: Position, hang, and remove transformer tanks and accessory parts from powered overhead conveyor lines; operate hoists and powered industrial trucks.
Quality & Measurement: Work from blueprints, oven pick lists, and quality instructions (PQP/NFOI) using simple measuring devices to ensure accuracy.
Maintenance: Perform routine machine and equipment upkeep to ensure operational readiness and a clean, orderly work area. ... Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in safety programs, including the proper handling and disposal of chemicals, paints, and waste materials.

Working hours: Various Shifts Available

Skills:
Industry Experience: Prior experience in a welding shop, metal fabrication facility, or heavy manufacturing environment.
Educational Background: Possession of a High School Diploma or GED.
Advanced Equipment Handling: Previous experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts) or specialized metal-shaping equipment (expanders/brakes).

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Literacy & Numeracy: Ability to read and comprehend written safety manuals, quality standards, and operating instructions; must be able to perform basic mathematical functions.
Technical Proficiency: Ability to operate various manual and powered hand tools and interpret simple measuring instruments.
Physical Capability: Physically able to perform essential job functions, including handling materials in the medium-heavy weight range and wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Environmental Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in an industrial environment that may include heat, fumes, and noise.


Please call Spherion Staffing in Nacogdoches at 936-559-7777 or email me kelsiewilliams@spherion.com Thank you!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow morekey responsibilities

Machine Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate welding machines (bottom, projection, seam), presses, shears, brakes, flanges, and expanders.Fabrication & Assembly: Perform specialized tasks such as rod stacking, layout, cover punching, and tank unhanging.Material Handling: Position, hang, and remove transformer tanks and accessory parts from powered overhead conveyor lines; operate hoists and powered industrial trucks.Quality & Measurement: Work from blueprints, oven pick lists, and quality instructions (PQP/NFOI) using simple measuring devices to ensure accuracy.Maintenance: Perform routine machine and equipment upkeep to ensure operational readiness and a clean, orderly work area.Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in safety programs, including the proper handling and disposal of chemicals, paints, and waste materials.

experience

1-4 years

skills

Industry Experience: Prior experience in a welding shop, metal fabrication facility, or heavy manufacturing environment.Educational Background: Possession of a High School Diploma or GED.Advanced Equipment Handling: Previous experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts) or specialized metal-shaping equipment (expanders/brakes).

qualifications

Literacy & Numeracy: Ability to read and comprehend written safety manuals, quality standards, and operating instructions; must be able to perform basic mathematical functions.Technical Proficiency: Ability to operate various manual and powered hand tools and interpret simple measuring instruments.Physical Capability: Physically able to perform essential job functions, including handling materials in the medium-heavy weight range and wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Environmental Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in an industrial environment that may include heat, fumes, and noise.

education

High School

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