Zekelman Industries
Manufacturing
MachineOperator–Utility
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“Machine Operator – Utility at Zekelman Industries. Skills: Equipment operation, Quality inspection, Production reporting. Operate equipment. Perform equipment setup”
Industry & Context.
Diagnose equipment issues; Diagnose quality issues
Lift up to 60 pounds, Stand for 10–12 hours, Move objects, Perform constant movement, Remain in stationary position, Lift, Climb, Bend, Stoop, Push, Pull
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to read and write English, Basic math skills, Ability to operate forklifts, Ability to operate cranes, Ability to operate other equipment
Nice to Have
High school diploma or equivalent, Manufacturing or industrial experience
What You'll Do.
Perform equipment setup
Perform equipment calibration
Inspect materials for quality
Record quality deficiencies
Report quality deficiencies
Maintain equipment tooling
Diagnose equipment issues
Diagnose quality issues
Minimize production delays
Complete production reports
Complete changeover reports
Complete scrap material reports
Assist maintenance teams
Perform housekeeping tasks
Maintain clean work areas
Maintain safe work areas
Perform additional duties
Full 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 Role** As 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:** 3rd - 7:00pm - 5:30am **What You’ll Do** * 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 * Perform additional duties as assigned by management **Who
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