About the Role
As a Haven Operator at Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, in North Kansas City, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and continuous operation of mill equipment while supporting product quality and efficient production flow. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys troubleshooting, and is committed to safety and quality.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure safe and continuous operation of machinery and report unsafe conditions.

• Monitor and control mill processes, including loading coils, operating equipment, and performing quality checks.

• Maintain equipment operating condition and perform preventive maintenance as needed.

• Perform size, gauge, grade, and shape changes on the production line for assigned tube and pipe mill.

• Inspect tooling condition and communicate reconditioning needs at the end of each rolling.

• Troubleshoot equipment and quality issues while coordinating with crew and supervision to maintain product quality.

• Assist maintenance with preventive maintenance tasks, including mill adjustments, fluid checks, and minor repairs.

• Direct and assist with mill changeovers to support smooth transitions.

• Communicate quality requirements clearly to the mill crew.

• Maintain offline requirements to support quick-change operations.

• Calibrate micrometers at the start of shifts and during changeovers.

• Complete production records, paperwork, and inventory requirements accurately.

• Follow company safety policies and applicable regulatory guidelines.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly work area.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Previous mill operation or machine operator experience strongly preferred.

• Tube mill manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

• Strong math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, decimals, and fractions.

• Strong problem-solving skills, including diagnosing equipment and quality issues.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to interpret documents effectively.

• Basic computer skills to access work orders and key production requirements.

• Familiarity with measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers preferred.

• Ability to work overtime and non-standard hours when emergencies arise.

• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and production equipment in an industrial environment.

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

• Ability to wear required PPE, including enhanced visibility uniforms and protective equipment as needed.

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:

• 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

Compensation & Benefits
Below is the expected base hourly range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

• Base Hourly Range: $20.00 to $23.00 plus Production Incentive Bonus

• Shift: 2nd Shift 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM