Finishing Operator
Job Description
Why Join UsAt Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. As a Finishing Department Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our finishing processes while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.Your Day-to-Day ImpactOperate equipment to maximize quality, safety, and productivity.Monitor and adjust machinery and equipment as required.Conduct assigned housekeeping, maintenance, and quality responsibilities.Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for minor repairs of process problems and breakdowns.High attention to detail.Problem solve and support continual improvements of the process.Operate and/or guide cranes.Operate fork trucks.Record production, inventory and complete quality documentation as required.Flexible to work any shift assignment.Read and use gages.Work in a fast-paced production environment.Set-up, start, observe and perform changeovers on large machinery.What You BringWe're looking for candidates who are sharp, safety-focused, and ready to roll up their sleeves:High School Diploma or GED requiredLanguage skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Must be willing and able to cross-train in all operator areas.Mechanical and Electrical aptitude.What You'll GainGet paid for what you know – and earn more as you learn more.Opportunities to work on cutting-edge equipment.A culture that values your input and celebrates improvement.Real growth potential in a stable, essential industry.Overtime opportunities.And Benefits that Include:Medical, Dental, and Vision CoverageCompany-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term DisabilityProfit Sharing: Up to 4%401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting periodPaid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptionsPaid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holidayPaid Vacation TimeDiscretionary Performance-Based Bonus ProgramTuition ReimbursementSafety isn't negotiable, it's who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don't cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it's a promise we make to every colleague, every day.