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 a Machine Operator at Zekelman Industries, Kansas City, MO, this role plays a key part in setting up and operating high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position supports safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is ideal for individuals who value safety, precision, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Observe all safety and lockout/tagout procedures to operate equipment efficiently and effectively

Perform advanced setup and calibration of production equipment

Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after production runs

Record and report quality deficiencies to the supervisor or quality department

Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion

Diagnose equipment and quality issues while minimizing scrap and production delays

Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe work areas

Complete reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material

Assist maintenance with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance activities

Participate in continuous improvement programs

Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Who You Are

Manufacturing or related industrial experience, preferred

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred

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

Ability to perform math 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

Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule

Commitment to leading and promoting safe work practices in compliance with regulatory agencies and company policy

Physical Abilities

Move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide sustained physical support without fatigue

Perform constant movement and repetitive use of limbs requiring manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina

Remain in a stationary position for extended periods

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

Meet additional physical requirements as needed for the role

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 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

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers competitive hourly compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Final offers are determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

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.