Production Operator - Ladle Metallurgy Furnace

Main Responsibilities

• Know and follow all safety rules and evacuation routes in the area
• Learn and follow the standard operating procedures and safe operating practices (JSA/SOP) within the department
• Develop and use sound operating skills through the departmental skills progression
• Work in an operational, hands-on capacity
• Operate and maintain the equipment for daily operations in the department
• Cross train and learn all functions of the department and become proficient in each
• React effectively to unplanned events and deal with conflicting demands
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment
• Verify, document and enter data
• Act as a team member

Required Education, Experience and Competencies

• High school diploma or equivalent GED or HSE
• Basic mechanical skills and aptitude
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Conscientious with a good attendance record
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision

Preferred

• Minimum of 3 years industrial experience
• Experience in heavy industry, construction or similar field
• Prior experience operating cab crane, forklift, hand torches
• Associates degree or certificate in mechanical or electrical field

Position Type

• Full time, hourly
• Eligible for overtime

Working Conditions

• Vision and hearing capabilities: Talking, hearing, peripheral vision, depth perception
• Physical requirements: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 10 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• Environmental conditions: Extreme hot and cold, wet and humid, amid fumes, dust, dirt, and smoke, amid noise, amid mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards, amid industrial magnets, while wearing safety equipment and/or clothing for protection from hazards

Benefits

• Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus
• Very Affordable Health Insurance: Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical, CVS/Caremark Prescription, Delta Dental
• 401(k) with Employer Match – 5%
• Profit Sharing – 10%
• 40 Paid Holidays
• 40 Vacation Days
• Company Paid Life Insurance - and STD and LTD*
• Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program