Warehouse Operator - Weekend AM shift

Posted 8 days ago

zekelman industriesRochelle (IL)

Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel

SENIORITY

Junior

SALARY

$25.00 per hour

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About the role

Warehouse Operator You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part of 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 a Warehouse Operator at Wheatland Tube at Zekelman Industries, Rochelle, IL, this role supports warehouse and distribution operations by picking, packing, and loading steel tube and pipe in accordance with established procedures and quality standards. Under direct supervision, this position operates standard warehouse equipment to ensure efficient material handling while maintaining a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and quality.

What You'll Do:

Champion and enforce safe work practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Prepare materials, products, and equipment for distribution and shipment
Process and fulfill orders for customers and internal teams
Pick, pack, and stage orders while verifying accuracy using scanning tools
Load shipments onto flatbed trucks or LTL carriers
Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials, reporting damages as required
Replenish warehouse stock and rotate inventory using reach trucks or forklifts
Operate forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently
Standardize and optimize shipping and receiving procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency
Perform additional duties as assigned to support warehouse operations
Maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance

Who You Are:

Warehouse experience preferred, including experience in steel, tubing, or similar industrial environments
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; technical training preferred
Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to perform basic math for accurate order processing
Strong communication skills to support collaboration with cross-functional teams
Problem-solving skills to address day-to-day warehouse challenges
High attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and adherence to quality standards
Physical Abilities
Perform work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required
Stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
Operate material-handling equipment safely and efficiently
Meet additional physical requirements as needed for the role
What You'll GetWheatland Tube at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package:
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

Compensation & Benefits:

Below is the expected base hourly range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.
Base Hourly Range: starting at $25.00 USD per hour
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.

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