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About the Role
As a Machine Operator -- Utility at Atlas Tube, Kansas City, MO, this role is responsible for setting up and operating high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications. This position plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, technically skilled, and committed to safety and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
- Observe all safety and lockout/tagout procedures to operate equipment efficiently and effectively
- Perform advanced equipment setup and calibration to meet production requirements
- Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after production
- Record and report quality deficiencies to supervisors or the quality department
- Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion
- Diagnose equipment and quality issues while minimizing scrap and production delays
- Complete production, changeover, and scrap material reports
- Assist maintenance teams with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance activities
- Participate in continuous improvement programs to enhance efficiency
- Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe work areas
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Who You Are
- High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
- Ability to read and write English and maintain production records and logs
- Manufacturing or industrial experience, preferred
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions
- Experience using measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers
- Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment required for the role
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently
- Commitment to promoting safe work practices in compliance with regulatory agencies and company policy
- Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance
Physical Abilities
- Move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles for extended periods without fatigue
- Perform constant movement requiring manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods when needed
- Lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull as required
- Lift up to 60 pounds
- Stand for 10--12 hours per shift
- Perform work in a plant or manufacturing environment
What You'll Get
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 & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation & 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.