Production Operator

Vallourec - North America; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) match 4.5%

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Vallourec - North America is looking for a dedicated Production Operator in Youngstown, Ohio. You will perform crucial operational and maintenance tasks in our pipe mill, ensuring safety and efficiency. Key responsibilities include operating cranes, maintaining cleanliness, and executing equipment repairs. A High School Diploma/GED is required, as well as mechanical skills and the ability to learn all area-specific tasks. We offer attractive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) match, and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Physical ability to perform all job functions.
• Willingness to cross-train in all operator areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential operational and maintenance tasks.
• Operate overhead cranes and motorized vehicles.
• Complete shift reports.

Skills

General mechanical skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Torches

Job description

At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. As a Production Operator, you’ll be responsible for performing essential operational and maintenance tasks to keep our pipe mill running safely and efficiently.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

• Committing to safety and quality in all tasks
• Performing area 5S tasks to maintain cleanliness and organization
• Working any assigned shift with flexibility
• Completing autonomous maintenance tasks (greasing, oiling, checking fluid levels)
• Operating overhead cranes, jib cranes, and motorized vehicles
• Participating in continuous improvement activities
• Troubleshooting minor electrical and mechanical issues
• Knowing the location of all shutdown and lockout switches in your area
• Removing scrap and maintaining a clean work environment
• Operating all floor stations in your assigned area
• Making equipment adjustments as directed by operators or supervisors
• Understanding the functionality of all equipment in the pipe mill
• Identifying and reporting quality defects immediately
• Minimizing operational delays by proactively addressing breakdowns and hazards
• Completing shift reports and submitting to Team Leader by end of shift
• Executing tooling and roll changes
• Performing effective equipment repairs within your expertise
• Using QA tools and measurement instruments (micrometers, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• General mechanical skills; ability to use torch and tools effectively
• Ability to learn all area‑specific responsibilities
• Language skills: Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals
• Math skills: Add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Reasoning ability: Apply common sense to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions
• Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables
• Willingness to cross‑train in all floor operator areas
• Physical ability to perform all job functions
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, reliability, initiative, and safety awareness
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Pride in performance and commitment to continuous improvement
• Effective communication skills
• Previous training and experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred: Experience with steelmaking and/or pipe mill operations

What You’ll Gain

• Get paid for what you know – and earn more as you learn more
• Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge equipment
• A culture that values your input and celebrates improvement
• Real growth potential in a stable, essential industry
• Overtime opportunities

Benefits That Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long‑Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave (including adoptions)
• Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Discretionary Performance‑Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.