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 Strut Operator at Maverick Pipe a division of Zekelman Industries, Rantoul, IL, 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 role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, values safety, and demonstrates strong attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

Observe all safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively

Perform advanced setup and calibration of all equipment

Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after running material

Record and report any quality deficiencies to the supervisor or quality department

Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion

Diagnose equipment and quality problems while keeping scrap and delays to a minimum

Perform housekeeping tasks to keep work areas clean and safe

Complete reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material

Assist maintenance with repairs and preventive maintenance activities

Participate in continuous improvement programs

Perform all other 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 necessary to perform the job

Detail oriented with the ability to work independently

Strong commitment to health and safety practices in compliance with regulatory and company standards

Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance is an essential function of this role

Physical Abilities

Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue

Constant movement requiring manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina

Ability to remain in a stationary position for several hours

Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull

Ability to lift up to 60 lbs

Ability to stand for 10–12 hours

Ability to perform work in a plant/manufacturing environment

Other 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 benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

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

Compensation & Benefits

Below is the expected base hourly range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Base Hourly Range:
[$15.87–$25.48 USD]

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.