Pipe Fabrication / Machine Operator

Pipe Fabrication / Machine Operator – $19/hr

Location: Ashland, VA
Pay: $19.00/hr
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM
Lunch: 30-minute unpaid lunch
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Openings: 2
Work Location: In person

Urgent Hiring – Fast Hiring Opportunity

Due to an urgent hiring need, the hiring manager may be able to make an offer directly from your resume without a traditional interview.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Pipe Fabrication / Machine Operator to join a busy industrial manufacturing environment in Ashland, VA.

You will work with steel pipe, industrial machinery, measuring equipment, and shop tools to cut, thread, bevel, measure, assemble, and prepare pipe orders for shipment.

Candidates with experience in machine operation, mechanical work, automotive, diesel, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or farm equipment are encouraged to apply.

Previous fire sprinkler pipe fabrication experience is preferred but not required. Training is provided for pipe cutting and threading equipment.

What You'll Do

• Move loose and bundled pipe throughout the shop and yard.
• Assemble and organize pipe orders, including single sticks and bundles.
• Operate and maintain pipe fabrication machinery.
• Measure and cut pipe using band saws or torches.
• Thread and bevel pipe using Landis machines.
• Measure, record, and calculate pipe lengths accurately.
• Perform quality checks using tape measures and gauges.
• Sort and handle pipe ranging from 1/2" to 10".
• Safely fabricate, cut, assemble, stack, and prepare pipe for shipment.
• Assist with material handling and forklift-related activities.
• Follow OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Required Qualifications

• 6-8 months of recent experience operating industrial machinery.
• 6-8 months of mechanical experience.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Ability to use gauges for quality checks.
• Strong basic math skills for measuring and calculating product quantities.
• Ability to safely work with industrial machinery and materials.
• Reliable work history and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled industrial environment.

Relevant Machinery Experience

Experience with any of the following is highly relevant:

• Band saws
• Automatic welding machines
• Pipe threaders
• Roll groove machines
• Plasma cutters
• Pneumatic banders
• Other industrial cutting, fabrication, or production machinery

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Fire sprinkler pipe fabrication
• Auto mechanics
• Diesel mechanics
• Industrial machinery maintenance
• Automotive manufacturing or production
• Farm equipment repair
• Industrial fabrication
• Machine operation
• Shop tools and industrial equipment

Training Provided

Experience with pipe cutting and threading machinery is preferred, but training is provided for the specific pipe fabrication equipment used on the job.

Candidates with strong mechanical and machine-operation backgrounds are encouraged to apply even if they have not previously worked with fire sprinkler pipe.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on industrial manufacturing position in a non-climate-controlled facility. The work environment can become very hot, especially during warmer months.

Candidates must be comfortable working in these conditions.

Who We Are
SGF Global is an integrated talent solutions provider, offering staffing, recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR), nearshore, and consulting services across a wide range of industries in 35 countries. We're a dynamic, people-first organization where fresh ideas are always welcome. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine passion for helping people grow. At SGF Global, smiles are part of the dress code, and every voice matters.

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