Hard Skills
IntermediateTube Straightening Machine OperationSetting up and controlling rotary or press-style straightening machines to eliminate bends and kinks in metal tubes.
IntermediatePrecision MeasurementUsing tools like calipers, micrometers, and laser gauges to verify tube dimensions and straightness tolerances against specifications.
IntermediateEquipment Maintenance and TroubleshootingPerforming basic machine lubrication, roll adjustments, and identifying mechanical wear or failure in processing equipment.
IntermediateOccupational Health and Safety (OHS) ComplianceAdhering to safety standards for heavy machinery, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
BasicBlueprint and Work Order InterpretationReading and interpreting technical specifications, production orders, and engineering drawings to determine straightening parameters.
IntermediateSurface and Structural InspectionVisually inspecting metal tubes for surface flaws, cracks, or deformation caused by the straightening process or raw material defects.