Slitter Exit End

Location: NORTH KANSAS CITY

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 Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Slitter Operator Exit will be responsible for setting up and operating high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift: 3rd Shift (M-T 5:30pm - 5:30am & Friday - 5:30pm - 4:00am)
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Observe all safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.

Advanced set up and calibration of all equipment.

Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after running material

Record and report any deficiencies in quality to the supervisor/quality department.

Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion.

Diagnose equipment and quality problems while keeping scrap and delays to a minimum

Perform housekeeping tasks to keep work areas clean and safe Complete reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material

Assist maintenance in repairs and PM of equipment.

Participation in continuous improvement programs.

Perform all other duties as assigned by management jobs as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to read and write English. Ability to maintain production records and logs.

Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.

Ability to perform math, addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions.

Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers, and calipers

Ability to operate forklift, crane and any other equipment necessary for completion of job Detail oriented with the ability to work independently.

Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role

Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for several hours

Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push and pull.

Must be able to lift 60lbs.

Must be able to stand for 10-12 hours

Ability to perform work in a plant/manufacturing environment

Other physical requirements as needed for jobThis position's compensation range is $24+ Hourly plus Production Incentive 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:

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.

M/F/D/VWe 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.