Finishing Operator

Vallourec North America; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Profit sharing up to 4%

401(k) company match 4.5%

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation time

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vallourec North America is seeking a Finishing Department Operator to support ongoing evergreen hiring. You will operate and monitor finishing equipment, perform routine maintenance, and ensure quality in a fast-paced steel finishing environment.

Responsibilities include changeovers, crane and forklift operation, and meticulous documentation of production and quality records. A high school diploma or GED is required, with strong reading, math, and problem-solving skills essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical skills: perform basic arithmetic in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Cross-train in all operator areas.
• Mechanical and Electrical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to maximize quality, safety, and productivity.
• Monitor and adjust machinery and equipment as required.
• Conduct assigned housekeeping, maintenance, and quality responsibilities.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshoot minor process issues.
• Read gages and work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Set up, start, observe and perform changeovers on large machinery.
• Able to operate cranes and fork trucks as required.

Skills

Safety-focused

Reading comprehension

Mathematical aptitude

Reasoning ability

Cross-training

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This is an evergreen job posting for the Finishing Operator position at Vallourec. We accept applications on an ongoing basis through our ATS. Depending on business needs, this posting may support immediate hiring, near-term openings, or future workforce planning.

How This Evergreen Role Is Used

• Ongoing Hiring: We regularly hire for this role throughout the year and review applications as openings become available.

Why Join Us

At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. Applying to an evergreen position allows your profile to remain on file and be considered for current and future opportunities aligned with your experience. As a Finishing Department Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our finishing processes while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

• Operate equipment to maximize quality, safety, and productivity.
• Monitor and adjust machinery and equipment as required.
• Conduct assigned housekeeping, maintenance, and quality responsibilities.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for minor repairs of process problems and breakdowns.
• High attention to detail.
• Problem solve and support continual improvements of the process.
• Operate and/or guide cranes.
• Operate fork trucks.
• Record production, inventory and complete quality documentation as required.
• Flexible to work any shift assignment.
• Read and use gages.
• Work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Set-up, start, observe and perform changeovers on large machinery.

What You Bring

We’re looking for candidates who are sharp, safety-focused, and ready to roll up their sleeves:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be willing and able to cross-train in all operator areas.
• Mechanical and Electrical aptitude.

What You'll Gain

• Get paid for what you know – and earn more as you learn more.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge equipment.
• A culture that values your input and celebrates improvement.
Overtime opportunities.

And Benefits that Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions
• Paid Vacation Time
• Discretionary Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.

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