Slitter Operator - Exit 3rd Shift
Zekelman Industries
Operate and set up high‑speed slitter equipment to cut steel on the 3rd shift.
3 days ago ago
$20 - $23
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Kansas City, MO
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Welding
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Construction
Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Modular Building Solutions
Electrical Conduit
Fire Sprinkler Pipe
Galvanized Mechanical Tubing
Role
What you would be doing
equipment calibration
tool management
material inspection
equipment maintenance
production reporting
problem diagnosis
- Records and reports any deficiencies in quality to the supervisor/quality department.
- Assists maintenance in repairs and preventive maintenance of equipment.
- Maintains equipment tooling and tools necessary for job completion.
- Completes reports related to production, changeovers, and scrap material.
- Inspects materials for quality issues before, during, and after production.
- Performs housekeeping tasks to keep work areas clean and safe.
- Leads and promotes health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.
- Diagnoses equipment and quality problems while minimizing scrap and delays.
- Participates in continuous improvement programs.
- Observes all safety and LOTO rules to operate equipment efficiently and effectively.
- Performs advanced setup and calibration of all equipment.
What you bring
forklift
crane
measuring
manufacturing
dexterity
stamina
- Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
- Ability to operate forklift, crane, and other necessary equipment.
- Ability to perform work in a plant/manufacturing environment.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for several hours.
- Experience with measuring devices such as tape measure, micrometers, and calipers.
- Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is required.
- Requires constant movement, manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull.
- Manufacturing or related industrial experience preferred.
- Ability to perform basic math, including addition, subtraction, decimals, and fractions.
- Must be able to stand for 10–12 hours.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently.
- Ability to read and write and maintain production records and logs.
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Bonus plan & profit-sharing opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Paid vacation & holidays
- Tuition assistance program
- Employee loyalty awards
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Company
Overview
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- resource-manufacturing-facilities
- resource-innovation-global-markets
- resource-quality-reliability
- resource-advanced-technology
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90 Days
Career Development Timeline
Employees transition from a red hat to a green hat status within their first 90 days, signifying growth and readiness for advanced responsibilities.
- Integrity
- Never Stand Still
- People First
- Great Isn’t Easy
- No Short Cuts
- Value Over Cost
- A team-driven environment where people work together like a family
- Open-door policy and open and honest communication with leadership
- Support for individual growth and career development
- Involvement in team committees and direct feedback loops with senior leaders
- Incentive bonuses tied to performance
- Receptive to new ideas, exchanging different points of view
$200+ million
Investment in Sustainable Facilities
Invested over $200 million in modernizing manufacturing facilities with a focus on automation, hot-dip galvanization, and environmental friendliness.
11.3 million metric tons
CO₂ Emissions Reduction Potential
U.S. domestic steel production could reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 11.3 million metric tons annually by replacing steel imports.
13%
Emissions Reduction Share
This reduction represents 13% of the U.S. steel industry's total emissions.
- Claim facilities are among the cleanest steel manufacturers with the lowest CO₂ emissions in the world
- Domestic manufacturing reduces reliance on overseas shipping, avoiding increased pollution from long-distance transport
- Continuous investments focused on producing more sustainably via facility modernization, automated warehouses, loading cranes, and expanded galvanization
72% Employee Approval
Employee Approval of CEO
72% of employees approve of the company's CEO, reflecting a positive sentiment among the workforce.
Gender Distribution
Employee Ratings by Gender
Women gave an average rating of 3.0 stars, while men gave an average rating of 2.3 stars on Glassdoor reviews.
3.4 Stars Diversity Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Rating
The company received a 3.4-star rating for Diversity & Inclusion on Glassdoor, reflecting employee sentiment on this topic.
- No specific internal DEI strategic goals disclosed publicly
- No reported gender-based hiring or promotion targets
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