Roll Shop Production Operator

Your Day-to-Day Impact

You’ll play a vital role in our Roll Shop team by:

• Operating CNC lathes and mills to re-machine rolls and tooling.
• Disassembling and assembling roll stands, gearboxes, and hydraulic components.
• Performing mechanical rebuilds including bearing changes, hydraulic fitting replacements, and gearbox maintenance.
• Using hand and specialty tools (e.g., screwdrivers, wrenches, micrometers, calipers) to complete tasks with precision.
• Torch cutting and minor welding as needed.
• Cleaning, prepping, and maintaining tooling and work areas (5S standards).
• Accurately documenting measurements, diameters, and quality data per shop requirements.
• Communicating tooling issues or quality excursions to the mill team.
• Rotating through up to 7 different positions within the shop, gaining cross-functional experience.
• Participating in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Supporting contractors (primarily millwrights) and collaborating closely with maintenance teams.
  
  

What You Bring

We’re looking for candidates who are sharp, safety-focused, and ready to roll up their sleeves:

• General mechanical aptitude and familiarity with machine shop environments.
• Experience with CNC lathe operations and basic programming preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and follow SOPs.
• Proficient in using measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators).
• Comfortable with hydraulic systems, bolts, fittings, and mechanical assemblies.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, and unit conversions.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, and motorized vehicles.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to train and grow within the role.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree or Machinist certification preferred.
• Candidates who do not pass the maintenance assessment may still be considered for production roles.
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• Get 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.
  
  

And Benefits That Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): Company match 3% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions
• Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Discretionary Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

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