Slitter Operator - 3rd Shift

Slitter Operator – 3rd Shift

Location: Kansas City, MO

Division: Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries

Shift: 7 PM – 5:30 AM

Pay: $20–$22 per hour plus Production Incentive Bonus

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part of 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 it builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

As a Machine Operator – Slitter at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in setting up and operating robotic and automated equipment to form or cut steel to precise specifications. This role is ideal for someone who is detail‑oriented, mechanically skilled, and thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Observe all safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Set up and calibrate equipment to meet production requirements.
• Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after production.
• Record and report deficiencies in quality to supervisors or the quality department.
• Maintain equipment tooling and necessary tools to ensure job completion.
• Diagnose equipment and quality problems while minimizing scrap and delays.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Complete production, changeover, and scrap reports accurately and on time.
• Assist maintenance teams in equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and maintain production records; proficiency with measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers; and capable of operating forklifts, cranes, and other required equipment.
• Detail‑oriented, ability to work independently, strong problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to lead and promote safe work practices per regulatory and company policy.

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, bend, stoop, climb, push, and pull.
• Ability to stand for 10–12 hours and maintain good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Ability to perform work in a plant/manufacturing environment.
• Use of abdominal and lower back muscles for support over extended periods without fatigue.
• Other physical requirements as necessary for the role.

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit‑Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Zekelman Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recruit, employ, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Wholesale Building Materials