The Zekelman Perspective
Women of Zekelman: Jessica Wells
Jessica Wells has been a kindergarten teacher, a transmission builder, and a dental hygienist. Now she’s the ultrasonic tester and floater at Atlas Tube, a company of Zekelman Industries.
Women of Zekelman: Teresa Johnson
In fact, it’s even part of her job. As a veteran buyer for Atlas Tube, a Zekelman Industries company, Johnson focuses on sourcing domestically made products for the company’s Alabama and Arkansas factories.
A Peek Inside Zekelman’s Family-First — and Family-Grown — Workplace
Chris Vadala was wired to be an electrician. The third-generation electrician grew up watching his dad climb the ranks from entry-level to a top spot at Zekelman’s Wheatland Tube facility in Wheatland, Pennsylvania.
Zekelman Interns Gain Career-Launching Skills — and Connections
Internships aren’t just resume padders — they’re launchpads for meaningful careers. At Zekelman Industries, we empower our interns to tackle projects that matter, gain industry skills, and build relationships that last far beyond summer.
AI, Automation, and IT: The New Frontier of Manufacturing Jobs
In the manufacturing sector, the median age of workers is now above 44 years. Meanwhile, the U.S. Census Bureau reports that nearly one-fourth of the manufacturing workforce is age 55 or older, a demographic reality that signals an upcoming labor shortage for the industry as Baby Boomers retire.
No Worker Left Behind: Upskilling Creates Opportunities Across Generations
In the manufacturing sector, the median age of workers is now above 44 years. Meanwhile, the U.S. Census Bureau reports that nearly one-fourth of the manufacturing workforce is age 55 or older, a demographic reality that signals an upcoming labor shortage for the industry as Baby Boomers retire.
Invest in Yourself: How Tuition Reimbursement Opens Doors — and Unlocks Growth
Obtaining a college degree is a life goal for many. But with the cost of higher education climbing, it can be a challenging one to achieve without financial assistance.
From Days to Minutes: How Smart Manufacturing Accelerates High-Quality Steel Pipe Production
Businesses live and die by the quality of their products. So, reducing or eliminating defects, errors and inefficiencies is mission critical.
From Intern to Plant Manager: Meet Dave Campbell, Wheatland Tube
When Dave Campbell started his manufacturing internship at Zekelman Industries’ Sharon Tube 22 years ago, he couldn’t have imagined that it would lead him on a decades-long career journey in the manufacturing industry.
What to Expect as a New Hire at Zekelman Industries
Starting a new job can be daunting. You’re navigating an unfamiliar environment, learning new things every day and trying to quickly establish yourself. On top of all that, you also want to prove to everyone that you can do your job well.
There’s nothing better than building something you believe in.
Zekelman companies are in constant motion, expanding our teams and challenging convention.
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