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

As an Abbey Mill Operator (Machine Operator) at Atlas Tube at Zekelman Industries, Kansas City, MO, this role plays a key part in setting up and operating the Abbey steel tube mill to achieve maximum production of pipe and tubing. This position provides direction to mill team members while ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met. This role is ideal for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and lead by example with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Shift: Third

What You’ll Do

Set up and operate the Abbey steel tube mill to meet production requirements

Lead and support Abbey Mill team members to achieve production goals

Monitor tubing quality and implement corrective actions when issues arise

Generate and apply tags to all manufactured bundles

Complete daily production records and time sheets accurately and submit as required

Ensure end welder micrometer readings are submitted with production documentation

Perform mill changeovers safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner

Verify setups using micrometers, pi tape, levels, and tape measures

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Attend and participate in scheduled safety meetings

Follow and enforce company safety policies and safe work practices

Support cross-training efforts and participate in cross-training as needed

Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines, including lockout/tagout and machine guarding requirements

Submit detailed and accurate work orders for equipment issues as they occur

Demonstrate teamwork and effective communication with employees and supervisors

Who You Are

Manufacturing or mill operating experience, preferred

High school diploma or GED, preferred

Ability to read, interpret, and use micrometers, pi tape, levels, tape measures, and other hand tools

Experience operating equipment such as overhead cranes and ground-operated machinery

Basic computer and math skills

Ability to read and write sufficiently to perform job duties

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivated with strong attention to detail

Ability to maintain accurate quality and production records

Demonstrated problem-solving and mechanical comprehension skills

Strong commitment to safety and quality

Team-oriented mindset with a drive for results

Physical Abilities

Work in a warehouse or mill environment with an uncontrolled climate

Wear required personal protective equipment at all times

Perform work in dusty and noisy conditions within OSHA guidelines

Work around moving mechanical parts safely

Use hand tools and production equipment as required

Work scheduled and mandatory overtime as needed

Meet additional physical requirements necessary to perform job duties

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 designed to support long-term success:

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/V

We 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.