Production Operator - Rolling Mill

About the role

The Production Operator is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient production of steel by operating, monitoring, and maintaining equipment within the department. This hands-on role follows established procedures and safety standards, performs basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, and collaborates with team members to meet production goals. The position requires flexibility to work rotating 12-hour shifts in an industrial environment.

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

Requirements

• 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

Working conditions include extreme hot and cold temperatures, wet and humid conditions, exposure to fumes, dust, dirt, smoke, confined areas and heights, near moving parts of heavy machinery, high voltage equipment, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards, and industrial magnets while wearing required safety equipment. Physical demands: frequently stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist at waist, reach above shoulder, reach at/below waist, use both hands for grasping, fingering, gripping, feeling textures and temperatures, lift/move up to 10 pounds repetitively, occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• Very Affordable Health Insurance
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical
• CVS/Caremark Prescription
• Delta Dental
• Superior Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Match – 5%
• Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• 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

Pay

Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus