Melt Shop Coordinator

About the role

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc. is seeking dependable and motivated employees to join our Melt Shop team in Bridgeville, PA. This is a hands‑on position in a heavy industrial steel manufacturing environment where employees play an important role in the production of steel ingots. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety‑focused, comfortable working around heavy equipment and hot steel, and willing to work a rotating schedule in a fast‑paced production environment.

The Melt Shop position supports the production of steel ingots by preparing raw materials, assisting with pouring and molding operations, moving materials, and maintaining equipment and work areas. Employees work around furnaces, molten metal, overhead cranes, forklifts, and other industrial equipment. The position requires strong attention to safety, the ability to follow detailed instructions, physical stamina, and a strong work ethic.

The Melt Shop is a heavy industrial steel manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to molten metal and furnaces, hot steel and elevated temperatures, heavy machinery, overhead cranes and forklifts, noise and dust, hand and air tools, and moving materials. Required PPE must be worn.

This is a safety‑sensitive position in a heavy industrial environment involving furnaces, molten metal, cranes, forklifts, and other potentially hazardous equipment. Employees must consistently follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and maintain awareness of their surroundings and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators with the production of steel ingots.
• Prepare raw materials and equipment for production.
• Assist with pouring and molding operations.
• Organize, break down, and rebuild launders using hand and air tools.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts/tow motors to move materials.
• Use measuring and inspection tools as required.
• Follow work instructions and production requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist with equipment preparation and changeovers.
• Identify and report equipment or production issues to supervision.
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, steel mill, warehouse, or heavy industrial experience preferred; previous steel mill or furnace experience preferred.
• Forklift/tow motor experience preferred; overhead crane experience preferred.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to stand and