Rolling Mill Operator
Quick Summary
Evergreen / Continuous Hiring Notice Evergreen Type: Ongoing Hiring This is an evergreen job posting for the Rolling Mill Operator position at Vallourec.
- Ongoing Hiring: We regularly hire for this role throughout the year and review applications as openings become available.
What We Offer
~1 min readAt Vallourec, we’re looking for hands-on, mechanically inclined professionals who take pride in keeping operations running smoothly. As a Rolling Technician, you’ll play a critical role in supporting the Pipe Mill by maintaining, adjusting, and troubleshooting equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role is essential to minimizing downtime, supporting continuous improvement, and keeping our mill operating at its best.
You’ll be a key contributor within our Rolling Mill Department, responsible for:
- Performing autonomous maintenance tasks such as greasing, oiling, and checking fluid levels
- Adjusting, setting up, and maintaining mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment
- Monitoring rolling mill operations and supporting floor production activities
- Troubleshooting minor mechanical and electrical issues
- Operating overhead cranes, jib cranes, and motorized vehicles safely
- Inspecting pipe and immediately reporting quality concerns or defects
- Removing scrap and maintaining a clean, safe work environment
- Making routine rounds to identify potential hazards, breakdowns, or equipment issues
- Completing required documentation, work orders, and maintenance records
- Supporting preventive maintenance and minimizing mechanical delays
- Participating in continuous improvement activities (CIT, MADE, RCA, CAPEX)
- Following all safety, environmental, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Actively supporting 5S standards in the shop and mill
- Flexibility to work any assigned shift
We’re looking for reliable, safety-focused candidates who bring strong mechanical aptitude and a team-first mindset:
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Strong general mechanical skills; ability to use tools and torch equipment effectively
- Ability to learn and operate all floor stations within the assigned area
- Willingness and ability to cross-train across rolling mill and floor operations
- Knowledge of safe rigging practices and industrial equipment
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and maintenance manuals
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to lift and carry heavy tools and parts and work in a physically demanding environment
- Ability to fabricate and weld steel structures (preferred)
- General knowledge of industrial pumps and compressed air systems
- Preferred: Experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
- Preferred: Five (5) or more years in manufacturing or heavy industrial equipment roles
- Get paid for what you know — and earn more as you continue to learn
- Opportunities to work on large-scale, industrial equipment
- A culture that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Strong job stability in an essential industry
- Overtime opportunities
- Clear paths for growth and skill development
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- June 9, 2026
- First seen
- September 26, 2026
- Last seen
- September 28, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 1
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 18%
- Scored at
- September 28, 2026
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