Entry Level Tube Mill Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play - all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies - 100% domestic manufacturers - with a legacy dating back to 1877. We're proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As an Abbey Mill Operator (Machine Operator) at Atlas Tube at Zekelman Industries, Kansas City, MO, this role plays a key part in setting up and operating the Abbey steel tube mill to achieve maximum production of pipe and tubing. This position provides direction to mill team members while ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met. This role is ideal for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and lead by example with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Shift: Third

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate the Abbey steel tube mill to meet production requirements

• Lead and support Abbey Mill team members to achieve production goals

• Monitor tubing quality and implement corrective actions when issues arise

• Generate and apply tags to all manufactured bundles

• Complete daily production records and time sheets accurately and submit as required

• Ensure end welder micrometer readings are submitted with production documentation

• Perform mill changeovers safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner

• Verify setups using micrometers, pi tape, levels, and tape measures

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

• Attend and participate in scheduled safety meetings

• Follow and enforce company safety policies and safe work practices

• Support cross-training efforts and participate in cross-training as needed

• Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines, including lockout/tagout and machine guarding requirements

• Submit detailed and accurate work orders for equipment issues as they occur

• Demonstrate teamwork and effective communication with employees and supervisors

Who You Are

• Manufacturing or mill operating experience, preferred

• High school diploma or GED, preferred

• Ability to read, interpret, and use micrometers, pi tape, levels, tape measures, and other hand tools

• Experience operating equipment such as overhead cranes and ground-operated machinery

• Basic computer and math skills

• Ability to read and write sufficiently to perform job duties

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail

• Ability to maintain accurate quality and production records

• Demonstrated problem-solving and mechanical comprehension skills

• Strong commitment to safety and quality

• Team-oriented mindset with a drive for results

Physical Abilities

• Work in a warehouse or mill environment with an uncontrolled climate

• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times

• Perform work in dusty and noisy conditions within OSHA guidelines

• Work around moving mechanical parts safely

• Use hand tools and production equipment as required

• Work scheduled and mandatory overtime as needed

• Meet additional physical requirements necessary to perform job duties

What You'll Get

Atlas Tube at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support long-term success:

• Competitive compensation

• Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities

• 401(k) with company match

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Tuition assistance program

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Employee loyalty awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

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We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.