About the Role As a Haven Operator at Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, in North Kansas City, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and continuous operation of mill equipment while supporting product quality and efficient production flow. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys troubleshooting, and is committed to safety and quality.
- Shift: 2nd Shift 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
What You'll Do
- Ensure safe and continuous operation of machinery and report unsafe conditions.
- Monitor and control mill processes, including loading coils, operating equipment, and performing quality checks.
- Maintain equipment operating condition and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
- Perform size, gauge, grade, and shape changes on the production line for assigned tube and pipe mill.
- Inspect tooling condition and communicate reconditioning needs at the end of each rolling.
- Troubleshoot equipment and quality issues while coordinating with crew and supervision to maintain product quality.
- Assist maintenance with preventive maintenance tasks, including mill adjustments, fluid checks, and minor repairs.
- Direct and assist with mill changeovers to support smooth transitions.
- Communicate quality requirements clearly to the mill crew.
- Maintain offline requirements to support quick-change operations.
- Calibrate micrometers at the start of shifts and during changeovers.
- Complete production records, paperwork, and inventory requirements accurately.
- Follow company safety policies and applicable regulatory guidelines.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly work area.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Who You Are
- Previous mill operation or machine operator experience strongly preferred.
- Tube mill manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- Strong math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, decimals, and fractions.
- Strong problem-solving skills, including diagnosing equipment and quality issues.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to interpret documents effectively.
- Basic computer skills to access work orders and key production requirements.
- Familiarity with measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers preferred.
- Ability to work overtime and non-standard hours when emergencies arise.
- Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule.
Physical Abilities
- Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and production equipment in an industrial environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including enhanced visibility uniforms and protective equipment as needed.