Extruder Operator

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.Come build a career you believe in.About The RoleAs an Extruder Operator at Maverick Pipe at Zekelman Industries, Richmond, KY, this role is responsible for working as part of a production team to operate and maintain extrusion equipment used to manufacture high-quality window parts that meet customer specifications. This position supports efficient production operations by minimizing downtime and waste while maintaining safety and quality standards. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, value teamwork, and take pride in producing quality products.Shift: 4:30am - 4:30pmWhat You’ll DoMake and transport wood or plastic crates for finished window partsPlace parts into crates and label products according to packaging procedures and safe body mechanicsPerform quality checks on parts and document inspection resultsIdentify and report product defects such as sink lines and weavesAnticipate material demand by planning and monitoring production linesCut and weigh product samples for quality assurance testing and customer requirementsRecord sold quantities, scrap quantities, line speed, SPC, and O.E.E. dataAssist with equipment setups and changeoversEnsure hoppers and water misters are properly filled and process parameters are maintainedClean saws, saw bags, downstream equipment, and extruders while maintaining housekeeping standardsAdjust extruders to ensure correct product dimensions and weights as neededAdjust calibrator blocks, die heats, extruder speed, water flow, and vacuum settings to maintain product qualityCarry packaging materials to designated production areasPush finished product carts to staging areas and preload packaging materials as neededMaintain a clean and organized work environment including floors, machines, and surrounding areasWho You AreOne or more years of experience in a manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with OSHA safety standards and SPC processesAbility to read and understand packaging layouts and manufacturing documentationBasic math and reading skills at a 9th-grade level or higherExperience using air guns, banders, chop saws, hand tools, calipers, radial arm saws, and related equipmentAbility to work scheduled shifts, including night shift as requiredStable work history with strong attendance and dependabilityStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality standardsPhysical AbilitiesLift, carry, push, and pull production materials and finished products as requiredStand and move throughout the shift in a manufacturing environmentPerform repetitive manual tasks requiring coordination and staminaWork safely around production machinery and moving equipmentWhat You’ll GetMaverick Pipe at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package:Competitive CompensationBonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities401(k) with Company MatchComprehensive Health, Dental & Vision InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation & HolidaysEmployee Loyalty AwardsZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.M/F/D/VWe are Zekelman Industries.We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.