3rd Shift Machine Operator – Steel Tubing & Pipe

Sharon Tube Company; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing

Job summary

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift to set up and operate high-speed equipment with robotic elements for forming or cutting steel to precise specs. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficient production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires reading/writing English, basic math, and experience with measuring devices. You will work onsite, with opportunities for incentives and growth within a leading steel

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write English and maintain production records.
• Basic math including 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.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety procedures including lockout/tagout to operate equipment safely.
• Perform advanced setup and calibration of production equipment.
• Inspect materials before, during, and after production to identify quality issues.
• Record and report quality deficiencies to supervisors or the quality department.
• Maintain tooling and equipment required for job completion.
• Diagnose equipment and quality issues to minimize scrap and production delays.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Complete production, changeover, and scrap-related reports accurately.
• Assist maintenance personnel with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Basic math

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Measuring devices

Forklifts

Industrial equipment

Job description

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift to set up and operate high-speed equipment with robotic elements for forming or cutting steel to precise specs. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficient production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires reading/writing English, basic math, and experience with measuring devices. You will work onsite, with opportunities for incentives and growth within a leading steel