Precision Slitter Exit Operator - 3rd Shift, Steel Tubing

Sharon Tube Company; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Profit-sharing opportunities

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Atlas Tube, part of Zekelman Industries, is hiring a Slitter Operator Exit in Kansas City, MO for a 3rd shift. You will set up and operate high‑speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specs, while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency.

You’ll document production changes, support calibration and tooling, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Read and write English proficiently.
• Experience in manufacturing or related industrial setting preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math (add/subtract/ decimals/fractions).
• Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety and LOTO rules when operating equipment.
• Advanced setup and calibration of equipment for forming/c cutting steel.
• Inspect materials for quality before, during, and after running.
• Record and report deficiencies to supervisor/quality dept.
• Maintain tooling and equipment for job completion.
• Diagnose equipment or quality problems to minimize scrap.
• Complete production reports, changeovers, and scrap documentation.
• Assist maintenance with repairs and PM of equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Detail oriented

English literacy

Independent work

Safety awareness

Rapid learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometers

Calipers

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Job description

Atlas Tube, part of Zekelman Industries, is hiring a Slitter Operator Exit in Kansas City, MO for a 3rd shift. You will set up and operate high‑speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specs, while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency.

You’ll document production changes, support calibration and tooling, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.