Floater Operator

Zekelman•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferred
Trade certification, preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude with basic math skills
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

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
Maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance