As a Floater Operator at Zekelman Industries , this role plays a key part in safely operating and maintaining production machinery to support continuous and efficient mill operations. This position is responsible for running the seam welder, mill, and scarfing unit, performing changeovers, and collaborating with the production team to meet quality and output goals. This role is ideal for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude who value teamwork and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Perform work in accordance with company safety policies and report unsafe conditions immediately
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while communicating effectively with the mill crew
Follow and communicate the mill schedule to ensure adherence to production timelines
Interface with supervision, mill crew, and other departments to support safe and efficient operations
Communicate quality requirements and ensure product standards are consistently met
Relay daily production updates to supervision and other shifts
Maintain offline requirements to support quick-change operations
Coordinate with maintenance teams to support repairs and equipment adjustments
Calibrate micrometers at the start of each shift and during changeovers
Perform size, gauge, grade, and shape changes online as required
Direct and assist in changeovers while inspecting tooling condition after each rolling
Support other team positions and assist in cross-training team members
Maintain housekeeping standards across all work areas
Perform preventive maintenance activities as assigned
Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers, preferred
Crane certification required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to promoting safe work practices in accordance with regulatory and company policies
Physical Abilities
Stand, walk, use hands, and reach with arms throughout the shift
Lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull as required
Lift up to 50 pounds
Work in environments with moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and elevated noise levels
Work in occasional wet or humid conditions within an industrial setting
What You'll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. Employees also have access to a comprehensive total rewards package:
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 Rate:
$27.40 USD per hour + production incentive bonus
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.
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offPerformance bonus
Additional Information
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.
Zekelman · Chicago, IL