Line Operator

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC; Rantoul (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; 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 is seeking a hands-on operator to set up and run high-speed equipment with robotic elements for forming or cutting steel to spec. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely reporting, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement on the production floor.

You will calibrate machinery, inspect materials, maintain tooling, and assist maintenance teams while working a full-time, on-site schedule in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to maintain production records and logs.
• Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers, and calipers.
• Ability to operate forklift, crane and related equipment.
• Detail oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Regular, full-time onsite attendance is an essential function.
• Lead and promote health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate high speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel.
• Observe safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Advanced set up and calibration of all equipment.
• Inspect materials for quality and report deficiencies.
• Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion.
• Diagnose equipment and quality problems to minimize scrap.
• Complete reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material.
• Assist maintenance in repairs and PM of equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

English literacy

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Independent worker

Production record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Measuring devices

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for setting up and operating high speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observe all safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Advanced set up and calibration of all equipment.
• Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after running material Record and report any deficiencies in quality to the supervisor/quality department.
• Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion.
• Diagnose equipment and quality problems while keeping scrap and delays to a minimum
• Perform housekeeping tasks to keep work areas clean and safe
• Complete reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material
• Assist maintenance in repairs and PM of equipment.
• Participation in continuous improvement programs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management jobs as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to maintain production records and logs.
• Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to perform math, addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions.
• Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers, and calipers
• Ability to operate forklift, crane and any other equipment necessary for completion of job
• Detail oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role
• Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for several hours
• Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push and pull.
• Must be able to lift 60lbs.
• Must be able to stand for 10-12 hours
• Ability to perform work in a plant/manufacturing environment
• Other physical requirements as needed for job

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.

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.