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.

Tooling Set-Up

About the Role

Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries in Blytheville, AR, is seeking a Tooling Set-Up operator capable of learning multiple task job stations. Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, the Tooling Set-Up operator ensures production goals are met with a focus on uptime, product quality, and overall mill performance. This role is ideal for individuals with mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Pay: $25 per hour plus Production Incentive Bonus

What You’ll Do

• Assembles and sets up roll train and production tooling for upcoming sizes.

• Inspects tooling for damage and/or wear, and reports findings.

• Works from rolling schedules and/or tooling coordinator instructions to ensure proper rolls and tooling are set up for upcoming size changes.

• Greases and lubricates roll train before sending to the mill.

• Inspects and washes rolls, spacers, chock assemblies, and shafts as they come out of the mill.

• Inspects inductors and impeders for damage; replaces as required.

• Checks for bad bearings and replaces as necessary.

• Stores rolls properly.

• Performs daily lift truck inspections and reports any defects or irregularities.

• Maintains up-to-date root diameter information on roll train.

• Maintains a clean and organized work area.

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

• Leads and promotes health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.

Who You Are

• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• Completion of military service is considered equivalent to a 2-year degree.

• Tube mill manufacturing experience preferred.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; basic computer skills; able to read measuring devices and perform basic math.

• Strong listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Visual acuity to read and record numerical data accurately.

• Demonstrates attention to detail, dependability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.

Physical Abilities

• Regularly stands, walks, uses hands, handles or feels, and reaches with hands and arms.

• Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull; can lift up to 50 lbs.

• Performs physically demanding tasks as required in a manufacturing environment.

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.

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, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We 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.