Machine Operator - Temper Mill - 2nd Shift

Olympic-Steel; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Olympic Steel is seeking a Machine Operator - Temper Mill on the 2nd shift in Iowa. You will set up and operate leveling and sheeting equipment, ensuring flat sheets meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities include loading material per layouts, monitoring quality, and adhering to safety protocols to maintain productive output. A mechanically inclined candidate with strong teamwork will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with a production mindset and safety focus.
• Basic math skills and ability to read measurements.
• Able to operate lifting devices and crane equipment.
• Detail oriented with inspection of material quality using gauges.
• Familiar with general computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic leveling, sheeting, and console equipment to level length and stack weight flat sheets.
• Work from customer orders, engineered layouts and general instructions.
• Maintain safety and quality standards per company policies.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Safety conscious

Quality minded

Team oriented

General math

Crane knowledge

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Tools

Crane operation experience

Precision instruments

Job description

Machine Operator - Temper Mill - 2nd Shift

Job Category: Warehouse

Requisition Number: MACHI003401

• Posted : September 21, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

About Olympic Steel:

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description

The Leveler Operator safely performs position specific responsibilities in line with Olympic Steel’s Core Values to ensure the highest level of productivity and quality while adhering to all relevant company policies and procedures. Sets up and operates automatic leveling, sheeting, console-operated equipment to level length and stack weigh flat sheets of various gauges of material to customer requirements. Work from customer orders, engineered layouts, and general instructions.

Qualifications:

• Mechanically inclined, production oriented and safety and quality conscious.
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
• Basic math skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under general supervision.
• Detail oriented with the ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.
• Functional literacy.
• Working knowledge of general computer programs preferred.
• Previous experience with precision instruments preferred.
• Team oriented with effective communication skills preferred.

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

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