Production Operator

At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. As a Production Operator, you’ll be responsible for performing essential operational and maintenance tasks to keep our pipe mill running safely and efficiently.

• Committing to safety and quality in all tasks
• Performing area 5S tasks to maintain cleanliness and organization
• Working any assigned shift with flexibility
• Completing autonomous maintenance tasks (greasing, oiling, checking fluid levels)
• Operating overhead cranes, jib cranes, and motorized vehicles
• Participating in continuous improvement activities
• Troubleshooting minor electrical and mechanical issues
• Knowing the location of all shutdown and lockout switches in your area
• Removing scrap and maintaining a clean work environment
• Operating all floor stations in your assigned area
• Making equipment adjustments as directed by operators or supervisors
• Understanding the functionality of all equipment in the pipe mill
• Identifying and reporting quality defects immediately
• Minimizing operational delays by proactively addressing breakdowns and hazards
• Completing shift reports and submitting to Team Leader by end of shift
• Executing tooling and roll changes
• Performing effective equipment repairs within your expertise
• Using QA tools and measurement instruments (micrometers, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• General mechanical skills; ability to use torch and tools effectively
• Ability to learn all area‑specific responsibilities
• Language skills:
  Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals
• Math skills:
  Add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Reasoning ability:
  Apply common sense to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions
• Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables
• Willingness to cross‑train in all floor operator areas
• Physical ability to perform all job functions
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, reliability, initiative, and safety awareness
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Pride in performance and commitment to continuous improvement
• Effective communication skills
• Previous training and experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred:
  Experience with steelmaking and/or pipe mill operations

• Get paid for what you know – and earn more as you learn more
• Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge equipment
• A culture that values your input and celebrates improvement
• Real growth potential in a stable, essential industry
• Overtime opportunities

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long‑Term Disability
• Profit Sharing:
  Up to 4%
• 401(k):
  Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave (including adoptions)
• Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Discretionary Performance‑Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.