Hydro Operator

Zekelman Industries; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan

Profit-Sharing Opportunities

401(k) with Company Match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Loyalty Awards

Job summary

Zekelman Industries, Atlas Tube division, is seeking a Hydro Operator for our North Kansas City, MO facility. This role operates hydrotest machinery to ensure product quality, maintains production records, and upholds safety standards.

The position supports a team-oriented environment and emphasizes accurate documentation. The role runs on 3rd shift (7:00 PM – 5:30 AM) with a base pay of $25/hour plus a production bonus.

Qualifications

• Proficient with basic computer and math concepts.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Self-motivated with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to document and maintain quality records.
• Strong safety orientation and mechanical understanding.
• Detail-oriented and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Operates hydrotest equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Input grooving dimensions for QA and maintain production logs.
• Oversees setup and operation of robots.
• Coordinate with team members on grooving processes.
• Submit thorough work orders for issues beyond operator control.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Problem solving

Quality records

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

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

Atlas Tube, a subsidiary of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Hydro Operator for our North Kansas City, MO facility. This role is responsible for operating the Hydrotester, ensuring the quality of production, and maintaining safety compliance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Shift: 3rd Shift 7:00 PM – 5:30 AM
Pay: $25/hour plus Production Bonus

What You’ll Do

• Operates hydrotest machinery to ensure proper functionality.

• Inputs grooving dimensions for quality assurance and maintains routine production records.

• Oversees set-up and operation of robots.

• Assists hydro team members with grooving processes as needed.

• Communicates with shippers regarding material needs at entry and inventory management at the exit end.

• Performs preventative maintenance as necessary.

• Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times.

• Submits detailed and accurate work orders for equipment issues that cannot be resolved by the operator or team members.

• Successfully completes On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) training.

• Cross-trains others for the position and is open to cross-training in other roles.

• Complies with OSHA guidelines affecting machine operations, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.

• Attends all scheduled company and safety meetings.

• Follows and enforces company safety policies and best practices.

• Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation with other employees and supervisors.

Who You Are

• Basic computer and mathematics knowledge.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Self-motivated with problem-solving skills.

• Ability to maintain and document quality records.

• Strong safety orientation and mechanical comprehension.

• Detail-oriented, responsible, and achievement-driven.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Use of various hand tools and equipment as needed.

• Ability to work occasional overtime.

• Warehouse environment with an uncontrolled climate year-round.

• Exposure to a dusty and noisy work environment within OSHA guidelines.

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.

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

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.