Utility I

EXL Acquisition LLC; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is hiring a Machine Operator – Utility in Kansas City, MO. You will set up and operate high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to precise dimensions, maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role emphasizes detail orientation, technical skill, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities for growth in continuous improvement initiatives and hands-on maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience, preferred.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, decimals and fractions.
• Ability to read and write English and maintain production records.
• Experience using measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety and lockout/tagout procedures to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Perform advanced equipment setup and calibration to meet production requirements.
• Inspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after production.
• Record and report quality deficiencies to supervisors or the quality department.
• Maintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion.
• Diagnose equipment and quality issues while minimizing scrap and production delays.
• Complete production, changeover, and scrap material reports.
• Assist maintenance teams with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs to enhance efficiency.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe work areas.

Skills

Detail oriented

Safety focus

Mechanical aptitude

Reading/writing English

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Calipers

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 RoleAs a Machine Operator – Utility at Zekelman Industries, Kansas City, MO, this role is responsible for setting up and operating high-speed equipment with robotic elements to form or cut steel to specified dimensions and specifications. This position plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, technically skilled, and committed to safety and continuous improvement.Shift: 1stPay: $25/HourWhat You’ll DoObserve all safety and lockout/tagout procedures to operate equipment efficiently and effectivelyPerform advanced equipment setup and calibration to meet production requirementsInspect materials for quality issues before, during, and after productionRecord and report quality deficiencies to supervisors or the quality departmentMaintain equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completionDiagnose equipment and quality issues while minimizing scrap and production delaysComplete production, changeover, and scrap material reportsAssist maintenance teams with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance activitiesParticipate in continuous improvement programs to enhance efficiencyPerform housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe work areasPerform additional duties as assigned by managementWho You AreHigh school diploma or equivalent, preferredAbility to read and write English and maintain production records and logsManufacturing or industrial experience, preferredBasic math skills including addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractionsExperience using measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipersAbility to operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment required for the roleDetail-oriented with the ability to work independentlyCommitment to promoting safe work practices in compliance with regulatory agencies and company policyAbility to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendancePhysical AbilitiesMove objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles for extended periods without fatiguePerform constant movement requiring manual dexterity, coordination, and staminaRemain in a stationary position for extended periods when neededLift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull as requiredLift up to 60 poundsStand for 10–12 hours per shiftPerform work in a plant or manufacturing environmentWhat You’ll GetZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package:Competitive CompensationBonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities401(k) with Company MatchComprehensive Health, Dental & Vision InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation & HolidaysEmployee Loyalty AwardsZekelman 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/VWe 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.