Machine Operator- $24/Hour 2Nd Shift

Sign-on Bonus $1,000!

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Machine Operator for our facility located in Rochelle, IL. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for setting up and operating high speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications. This is an amazing opportunity to work with the most state-of-the-art equipment in North America!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observe all safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Advanced set up and calibration of all equipment.
• Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after running material
• Record and report any deficiencies in quality to the supervisor/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, change-overs, and scrap material
• Assist maintenance in repairs and PM of equipment.
• Participation in continuous improvement programs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management jobs as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read and write English. Ability to maintain production records and logs.
• Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to perform math, addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions.
• Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers, and calipers
• Ability to operate forklift, crane and any other equipment necessary for completion of job
• Detail oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role
• Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy

* Referral bonus is paid in two $500 installments. After successful completion of 30 days employment and 90 day probationary period.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person