Production Worker

Zekelman Industries; Hermitage (Mercer County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance Program

Bonus Plan

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision

Job summary

Zekelman Industries’ Wheatland Tube division is seeking a Production Worker to support manufacturing operations, focusing on safety, reliability, and teamwork in producing high-quality steel tubing.

This full-time, on-site role in Wheatland, PA involves operating tools and equipment, maintaining safety, and meeting production goals on rotating 8-hour shifts. You’ll collaborate with teams, supervisors, and leadership to ensure quality, efficient production, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment, mobile equipment, cranes, or related machinery preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and adherence to established procedures.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts, including overtime and weekend schedules when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and production equipment in a manufacturing environment to support daily operations.
• Operate packing, banding, and other production equipment to ensure products are prepared and processed according to quality standards.
• Operate mobile equipment and cranes safely and efficiently to support material movement and production activities.
• Perform work in hot and cold environments while maintaining awareness of moving equipment and surrounding hazards.
• Follow established safety procedures and workplace requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Support production activities and operational goals through effective teamwork and communication.
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

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.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About The Role

As a Production Worker at Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations that produce high-quality steel tubing products. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork while contributing directly to operational efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate with production teams, supervisors, and facility leadership to ensure equipment is operated safely and production goals are achieved. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Wheatland, PA.

Requires working rotating 8-hour shifts

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys hands-on work, and is committed to maintaining a safe and productive workplace.

What You’ll Do

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and production equipment in a manufacturing environment to support daily operations.
• Operate packing, banding, and other production equipment to ensure products are prepared and processed according to quality standards.
• Operate mobile equipment and cranes safely and efficiently to support material movement and production activities.
• Perform work in hot and cold environments while maintaining awareness of moving equipment and surrounding hazards.
• Follow established safety procedures and workplace requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Support production activities and operational goals through effective teamwork and communication.
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Previous manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, construction, or production experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment, mobile equipment, cranes, or related machinery preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and adherence to established procedures.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts, including overtime and weekend schedules when required.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision in a production environment.
• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a manufacturing and industrial plant environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, stoop, climb, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to stand and remain active for up to 10 to 12 hours per shift.
• Ability to use manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina to safely perform assigned duties.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to maintain physical endurance and mobility throughout the workday.

What You’ll Get

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, loyalty awards, and much more:

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards
• Healthcare 95/5 Plan
• Company-Paid Dental Insurance
• Company-Paid Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance

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.