Robotic Steel Machine Operator — Precision & Safety

ATL-ALA Atlas Tube (Alabama) INC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance program

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in Birmingham, AL. This on-site, full-time role involves setting up and operating high-speed production equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to precise specifications.

You will collaborate with Plant Manager, Supervisors, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure safe, efficient production, while minimizing scrap and downtime. Strong mechanical aptitude and safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write English and maintain production records/logs.
• Basic math including addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions.
• Experience using measuring devices: tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Operates forklifts, cranes, and other production equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot independently.
• Detail-oriented and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety and LOTO rules while operating equipment.
• Perform setup and calibration of production equipment to meet specs.
• Inspect materials for quality throughout production runs.
• Record and report quality deficiencies to supervisors and Quality.
• Maintain tooling and job-specific tools required for production.
• Diagnose equipment and quality problems; minimize scrap and delays.
• Complete production, changeover, and scrap reporting accurately.
• Assist Maintenance with repairs and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Read/write English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Cranes

Tape measures

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in Birmingham, AL. This on-site, full-time role involves setting up and operating high-speed production equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to precise specifications.

You will collaborate with Plant Manager, Supervisors, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure safe, efficient production, while minimizing scrap and downtime. Strong mechanical aptitude and safety mindset are essential.