Machine Operator (Steel Pickling Facility) - 3rd Shift - $26.34/hour plus $1.00 shift differential

Atkore; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkore in Harvey, IL is seeking a Machine Operator for our Pickling Facility on the 3rd shift. You will operate multiple stations (wet, yard, entry, exit, bander) and ensure steel coils meet process and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of manufacturing experience, can read a tape measure and micrometer, and will pass a post-offer drug screen. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to our lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial manufacturing
• Ability to read a tape measure and micrometer
• Ability to pass the post offer employment process with drug screen

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee multiple stations (wet, yard, entry, exit and bander) in the pickle line
• Receive and inspect coils, unload/load shipments, and transfer coils to storage or main facility
• Monitor process parameters and adjust equipment when titration results are out of specification
• Collect data from meters around the plant and ensure wastewater meets standards
• Maintain safety and housekeeping, perform pre-inspections of equipment and fluids
• Support other operators as needed in all required tasks

Skills

Industrial manufacturing experience

Tape measure reading

Micrometer reading

Post-offer drug screen

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 6, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location
• Harvey IL
  Harvey, IL 60426, USA
  
• On-site
• Manufacturing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MACHI014347

Description

Machine Operator – Pickling Facility – 3rd Shift

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for a Machine Operator in our Special Metal Processing Facility in Harvey, IL. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, this person will be responsible to run and operate the various stations (wet, yard, entry, exit and bander) throughout the facility.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, processing steel. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.

What you’ll do:

The machine operator’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Sample rinse water and perform required titrations
• Sample acid tanks and perform required titrations
• Make necessary adjustments to process when titration results are out of specification
• Monitor the condition of wastewater going to sewer and make any required adjustments to assure it meets standards
• Collect data from various meters located around the plant
• Clean iron sludge filter presses whenever required
• Assist other operators between required tests in any and all tasks required of that position (wet, yard, entry, exit, bander)
• Receive Coils (unload trucks, mark coils, process paperwork)
• Load / Unload the pickle line
• Transfer received coils to the yard for storage
• Transfer pickled coils to main facility (when transfer car is down)
• Empty hoppers (steel, garbage, & sludge)
• Drive Hyster 100 to main facility to get bands, clips, etc.
• Pre-inspect Taylor / Hyster 550 / 100 for safety, fluids, etc.
• Unload / load deliveries (resurfaced rolls, totes, etc.)
• Load coils onto trucks for shipping
• Fuel Taylor 650 / Hyster 100 & fill any necessary fluids (oil, etc.)
• Cut bands from wide coils
• Verify coil markings match run schedule
• Use control switches to manipulate line to load and unload steel wide coils
• Recognize and communicate defects in raw and finished products
• Monitor proper application of coatings per customer specification
• Inspect finished product per customer specifications
• Apply steel banding to finished wide coils
• Mark and tag finished wide coils per customer specifications
• Operate remote crane to move finished wide coils to delivery area

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in industrial manufacturing
• Ability to read a tape measure and micrometer
• Ability to pass the post offer employment process with drug screen

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Show progress and/or complete job specific training

• Be well-versed in Atkore's Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations
• Gain a basic understanding of required duties and job expectations.

Who we are:

Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award! We are committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

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