Bender I – 2nd Shift - $21/hour + $1 shift premium

Atkore International; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Leave under law

Job summary

Atkore International is seeking a Bender I for the 2nd shift based in Pueblo, CO. The employee will ensure quality and quantity in fiberglass elbow production while following ATIRE protocols and safety rules.

The role reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and requires basic math skills and attention to detail. Candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and up to two years of shop experience. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of shop experience preferred.
• Strong math skills for counting, measurements, and radius/dia calculations.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Confirm production with schedule and locate inventory.
• Achieve targeted production levels on equipment.
• Coordinate production plan with Bender Helper for the shift.
• Perform bending, cutting, and sanding if no Helper is available.
• Maintain accurate production records (qty bent, scrap rates, oven times).
• Conduct final inspections of angle, labeling, and sanding as needed.
• Perform changeovers with some assistance.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Safety-conscious

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bender I – 2nd Shift - $21/hour + $1 shift premium

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: BENDE014143

• Posted : September 30, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Pueblo, CO 81004, USA

Description

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Bender I – 2nd Shift to be based out of Pueblo. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Bender will be responsible for the quality, quantity and accurate production of fiberglass elbows while adhering all personal conduct based on Atkore’ ATIRE protocols

What you’ll do:

The Bender I’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Confirm product with schedule and locate appropriate inventory
• Attain targeted and planned standards of production levels on the equipment
• Communicate with Bender Helper as to planed production for the shift
• Initiate accurate bending also cutting and sanding if no Bender Helper available
• Keep accurate production records including quantity bent, scrap rates and oven time and temperature
• Final Inspection—verify angle, label, and sand as necessary
• Perform changeovers with some assistance
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area
• Perform any other tasks appointed by management

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum educational requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent
• Two year’s previous shop experience is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good understanding of math skills required for quick and accurate counting, calculations and measurements including radius, inside and outside diameter, and length
• Attention to detail, accuracy, time management and organization
• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Know and follow plant safety rules and wear proper PPE
• Zero safety incidents in past 90 days of evaluation date
• Less than 15 attendance points on the date of evaluation
• No documented warnings within 90 days of probationary period

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $21.00 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

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