Haven Operator

Zekelman•Kansas City, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Haven Operator at Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, in North Kansas City, you will help ensure the safe, continuous operation of mill equipment while supporting product quality and efficient production flow. The role involves hands-on work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, troubleshooting equipment and quality issues, and supporting safe production. The position requires regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance according to the posted schedule and may require overtime and non-standard hours when emergencies arise.

Requirements

Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and production equipment in an industrial environment.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
Ability to wear required PPE, including enhanced visibility uniforms and protective equipment as needed.
Strong math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, decimals, and fractions.
Strong problem-solving skills, including diagnosing equipment and quality issues.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills and ability to interpret documents effectively.
Basic computer skills to access work orders and key production requirements.
Ability to work overtime and non-standard hours when emergencies arise.
Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule.

Nice To Haves

Previous mill operation or machine operator experience is strongly preferred.
Tube mill manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with measuring devices such as tape measures, micrometers, and calipers is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe, continuous operation of machinery and report unsafe conditions.
Monitor and control mill processes, including loading coils, operating equipment, and performing quality checks.
Maintain equipment operating condition and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
Perform size, gauge, grade, and shape changes on the production line for the assigned tube and pipe mill.
Inspect tooling condition and communicate reconditioning needs at the end of each rolling.
Troubleshoot equipment and quality issues and coordinate with the crew and supervision to maintain product quality.
Assist maintenance with preventive maintenance tasks, including mill adjustments, fluid checks, and minor repairs.
Direct and assist with mill changeovers to support smooth transitions.
Communicate quality requirements clearly to the mill crew.
Maintain offline requirements to support quick-change operations.
Calibrate micrometers at the start of shifts and during changeovers.
Complete production records, paperwork, and inventory requirements accurately.
Follow company safety policies and applicable regulatory guidelines.
Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.