Hydro Operator

About Us

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

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

Atlas Tube, a subsidiary of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Hydro Operator for our North Kansas City, MO facility. This role is responsible for operating the Hydrotester, ensuring the quality of production, and maintaining safety compliance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Shift: 3rd Shift 7:00 PM – 5:30 AM
Pay: $23.50 - $24.60 per hour plus Production Bonus

What You’ll Do

• Operates hydrotest machinery to ensure proper functionality.
• Inputs grooving dimensions for quality assurance and maintains routine production records.
• Oversees set-up and operation of robots.
• Assists hydro team members with grooving processes as needed.
• Communicates with shippers regarding material needs at entry and inventory management at the exit end.
• Performs preventative maintenance as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times.
• Submits detailed and accurate work orders for equipment issues that cannot be resolved by the operator or team members.
• Successfully completes On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) training.
• Cross-trains others for the position and is open to cross-training in other roles.
• Complies with OSHA guidelines affecting machine operations, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Attends all scheduled company and safety meetings.
• Follows and enforces company safety policies and best practices.
• Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation with other employees and supervisors.

Who You Are

• Basic computer and mathematics knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain and document quality records.
• Strong safety orientation and mechanical comprehension.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and achievement-driven.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Use of various hand tools and equipment as needed.
• Ability to work occasional overtime.
• Warehouse environment with an uncontrolled climate year-round.
• Exposure to a dusty and noisy work environment within OSHA guidelines.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Zekelman Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recruit, employ, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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