Zekelman Industries

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 Role

As an HDG Utility at Zekelman Industries, in Rochelle, IL, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the manufacturing line by providing essential support, performing inspections, and assisting with minor operational issues. This role is perfect for someone who is mechanically inclined, has great problem-solving skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift: 2nd

Pay: $26 + Production Incentive

What You’ll Do

• Supports the manufacturing line by filling/staging material, testing products, and providing coverage for breaks, vacations, or call-offs as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensures compliance with company safety policies, reporting unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents.
• Assists employees with operational issues, including clearing jams, changing tools, and adjusting equipment.
• Coordinates with Maintenance, Shipping, Waste Water, Quality, and Safety departments to execute actions and meet expectations.
• Assists in setups, performs operational checks, and conducts product inspections to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Interacts with MES stations and software to log downtime, capture data, consume materials, and submit work orders.
• Trains employees on equipment components, including crane and forklift operations, as assigned by the supervisor.

Who You Are

• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations role, preferably in a production or assembly environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Technical Skills – Familiar with MES systems and software for logging downtime, capturing information, and submitting work orders.
• Soft Skills – Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and mechanical aptitude.
• Additional Qualifications – Forklift and crane certifications required.

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to lift and move materials up to [specify weight].
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform manual labor tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

What You’ll Get

Zekelman 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, loyalty awards, and much more:

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Zekelman 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/V

We 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.