Small Mill Operator - 3rd Shift - $29.89/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Atkor; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkore is seeking a Tube Mill Operator for the 3rd shift in Harvey, IL. You will operate, set up and adjust Tube Mill equipment and tooling, reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years in a fast-paced steel manufacturing environment, with lean manufacturing experience considered a plus. You will follow 5S, PPE and safety protocols while ensuring quality and timely paperwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, processing steel.
• Experience in lean manufacturing or a business system-based company is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient workplace by following 5S, Standard Work and wearing all required PPE.
• Set up Tube Mill.
• Adjust and operate all components areas of Tube Mill.
• Ensure quality based on specification provided with work order.
• Complete daily paperwork on time.
• Maintain all coating and induction equipment.
• Conduct safety inspection of work area daily.
• Fill out hour by hour board.

Skills

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Safety awareness

Job description

Small Mill Operator - 3rd Shift - $29.89/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: SMALL013937

• Posted : August 13, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

Tube Mill Operator - 3rd Shift

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for an experienced Tube Mill Operators to be based out of Harvey, IL, located approximately 30 miles south of Downtown Chicago. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, this person will be responsible for operating, setting up and adjusting tube mill equipment and tooling.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, processing steel. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient workplace by following 5S, Standard Work and wearing all required PPE.
• Set up Tube Mill.
• Adjust and operate all components areas of Tube Mill.
• Ensure quality based on specification provided with work order.
• Complete daily paperwork on time.
• Maintain all coating and induction equipment.
• Conduct safety inspection of work area daily.
• Fill out hour by hour board.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in industrial manufacturing
• Strong sense of time organization and sense of urgency, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pass the post offer employment process with drug screen

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Show progress and/or complete job specific training
• Be well-versed in Atkore's Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations
• Gain a basic understanding of required duties and job expectations.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

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