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Zekelman Industries

Assistant Operator

Zekelman Industries, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking an Assistant Mill Operator for our facility located in Chicago, IL. The Assistant Mill Operator reports to the Production Foreman and must safely operate machines with awareness of machine safety requirements. They will operate equipment on the mill, including the coil crane, butt welder, cutoff saw, bundler, table, and/or offline, assist with area housekeeping, and support other production operations as necessary. Responsibilities

Perform duties in accordance with company safety policies and report unsafe conditions Troubleshoot, solve, and communicate problems to the mill crew Communicate quality requirements to the mill crew and ensure they are met Maintain offline requirements to ensure quick-change operation Assist maintenance in making repairs to equipment Calibrate micrometers at start of shift and at changeovers Assist in changeovers Inspect tooling condition at the end of each rolling and communicate the need for reconditioning Support other team positions and functions as necessary Responsible for housekeeping of work areas Perform other duties as assigned Participate in training and cross-training of new/current team members Perform PM activities as assigned Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy Qualifications

Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or Trade Certification preferred 5+ years of manufacturing experience preferred Visual acuity to read and record numerical data Good mechanical aptitude and basic math skills Good communication and interpersonal skills Prior experience with precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, etc.) preferred Licenses/Certifications

Crane Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Stand, walk, use hands, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms Lift, climb, bend, stoop, push and pull; ability to lift 50 lbs Manufacturing/Industrial work environment with exposure to moving parts and fumes or airborne particles Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions; loud noise level Compensation and Benefits

Compensation for this role is $23+/hr plus production incentive bonus. Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical and dental benefits, tuition assistance, a bonus plan, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting. We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

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