Mill Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Steel Tube Mill Operator
Job Description

This role operates and maintains steel tube mills that produce round and shaped tubing for an automotive manufacturing environment. You will ensure tubing meets precise specifications for length, straightness, and overall quality while safely handling steel coils and supporting mill setup and changeovers. The position offers the opportunity to work with newly updated milling equipment and to grow within an expanding department.

Responsibilities

• Operate steel tube mills to produce tubes and shafts within specified diameter ranges, including round, square, and rectangular shapes.
• Ensure each tube meets required specifications for length, straightness, and overall quality by performing accurate measurements and inspections.
• Troubleshoot issues on the mill and perform routine maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently and safely.
• Load steel coils into the mill and weld coil ends together to maintain continuous production.
• Assist with and complete mill changeovers, including adjusting setups for different tube sizes and shapes.
• Monitor mill performance and make setup adjustments as needed to maintain product quality and throughput.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with plant standards.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when working with mills, coils, and related equipment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and support continuous improvement efforts.

• At least 2 years of steel tube mill operation experience.
• Ability to check and verify specifications for tube length, straightness, and overall quality using appropriate measurement tools.
• Experience loading steel coils into mills and welding coil ends together.
• Comfort and proficiency with mill changeovers and setup adjustments for different tube sizes and shapes.
• Hands-on experience working in a production or steel fabrication environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with roll forming, milling, and machine operation.
• Ability to work safely in an automotive manufacturing environment that can be greasy and rough.
• Willingness to work any shift and perform overtime, including weekends, as required.

• Experience with roll forming and steel fabrication processes.
• Background in machine operating within a machine shop environment.
• Exposure to tube bending, pipe fitting, and welding operations.
• Experience with milling machines, including horizontal mills and boring mills.
• Comfort working with a variety of tube shapes, including round, square, and rectangular tubing.
• Interest in learning new equipment and processes as the milling department grows.

You join a growing team in a milling department that is investing in all new equipment and technology. The position is offered as a direct placement opportunity, providing stability from day one. As the department continues to expand, you gain access to a structured training program designed to help you build skills and earn pay increases within approximately 1 to 1.5 years. The environment supports continuous learning, advancement, and long-term career growth in a modernized production setting.

Work Environment

This role is based in an automotive manufacturing environment that can be greasy and rough, typical of heavy steel and tube milling operations. You will work with three mills that run shaft diameters of approximately 1.5 to 3 inches and tube diameters of approximately 0.5 to 3 inches, including round, square, and rectangular tubes. The facility operates on three shifts: 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., 2nd shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and 3rd shift from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Overtime, including weekends, may be required to meet production demands. You will work around steel coils, mills, and related equipment in an industrial setting where appropriate workwear and personal protective equipment are necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milan, MI.

The pay range for this position is $42848.00 - $54080.00/yr.

I have their benefits package they can review upon offer. Health & Insurance Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement 401(k) with company contribution/match Paid Time Off & Holidays Up to 15 paid holidays annually, including holiday bridge days Paid time off (PTO) included with full‑time employment Compensation Extras Tool allowance for skilled trades and operations associates

This is a fully onsite position in Milan,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.