Industrial Equipment Operator & Maintenance Tech

Wheatland Tube, LLC; Cambridge Estates (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Immediate vesting

Low-cost medical and dental benefits

Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Tennessee seeks a Plant Operator to set up and run high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to exact dimensions. You will follow safety rules and report quality issues.

This role requires a high school diploma, ability to read and write English, and basic math; experience in manufacturing and with measurement tools is preferred. You will maintain tooling and assist maintenance, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English; maintain production records.
• Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.
• Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers, and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to spec.
• Observe safety and LOTO rules; inspect materials during runs.
• Record deficiencies and coordinate with supervisor/quality.
• Maintain tooling and perform housekeeping; assist maintenance and PM.
• Complete reports on production, changeovers, and scrap.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Detail oriented

Math skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometers

Calipers

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Job description

Zekelman Industries in Tennessee seeks a Plant Operator to set up and run high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to exact dimensions. You will follow safety rules and report quality issues.

This role requires a high school diploma, ability to read and write English, and basic math; experience in manufacturing and with measurement tools is preferred. You will maintain tooling and assist maintenance, with opportunities for advancement.