Machine Operator
Zekelman Industries
Operate, set up, and maintain machinery for efficient production.
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
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
machine setup
material feed
quality inspection
equipment maintenance
production logging
safety compliance
- Maintains production logs in paper format or shopfloor system.
- Inspects output to identify any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
- Complies with all health and safety regulations, including use of PPE.
- Controls and adjusts machine settings (e.g., speed).
- Feeds raw materials or parts to semi-automated machines.
- Assesses equipment issues, fixing basic malfunctions or escalating to senior staff as needed.
- Operates manually driven spinning, cutting, and fabricating machines, such as cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, forming machines, spinning machines, and punch presses.
- Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.
- Maintains regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance.
- Positions stops or guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
- Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
- Sets up machines (calibration, cleaning, etc.) to begin production cycles.
What you bring
technical degree
machinery
measurement tools
physical stamina
team player
manufacturing experience
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull.
- Must be able to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a plant/manufacturing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Requires manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
- Physical stamina and strength to meet demands of the role.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.
- Basic knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
- Understanding of production procedures.
- Completes basic technical training on specific machine operation (2–8 weeks).
- Team player with good communication skills.
- Some prior experience in a factory/manufacturing environment.
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employee loyalty awards
- Tuition assistance program
- Bonus plan & profit-sharing opportunities
- Paid vacation & holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive compensation
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Company
Overview
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- 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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