Refractory Crane Operator/Vacation Coverage

About the Role

The Refractory Crane Operator / Vacation Coverage Operator is responsible for all aspects of the refractory position, ensuring productivity standards as defined in the quality system are met.

Responsibilities

• Operate the overhead crane and assist the Refractory Shift Leader and Refractory Group Leader in day-to-day operations.
• Install refractory in all melt shop vessels, including Electric Arc Furnace, AOD, Ladles, Slab and Billet Tundishes, Emergency boxes.
• Operate all refractory equipment, such as fork trucks, overhead cranes, jib cranes, mixers, tundish tilt dumps, gunning machines, air rammers, vibrating sleds, vibrating forks, and other related equipment.
• Supervise contract labor force in refractory installation tasks.
• Log all refractory consumables and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Contact maintenance for equipment repairs as needed.
• Cover shifts for the Refractory Shift Leader when required.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in continuous improvement programs.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Refractory Shift Leader, Group Leader, or Refractory Supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Degree or Equivalent (GED).
• Ability to work well with others and strong communication skills.
• Effective time management and basic computer skills.

Physical Abilities

• Mobility within the plant, including sitting, standing, walking, and performing technical tasks with hands.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 100 pounds.
• Visual ability (with or without correction) and strong depth perception for crane operation.
• Ability to work a rotating shift (weekly or bi-weekly rotation between days and nights).

Health and Safety

• Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
• Adherence to company safety rules and reporting of any defective protective equipment.
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), including:
  • Safety shoes
  • Safety glasses
  • Hearing protection
  • Hard hat
  • Respirators (requires being clean-shaven)
  • Fire-retardant clothing
  • Acid PPE
• Follow all Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines.
• Compliance with all environmental policies and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Work Environment

• Clean, well-ventilated, and safe work areas in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Additional Expectations

• Abide by the Acerinox Code of Conduct and all security procedures.
• Stay informed through company email and maintain your Dynamic Policy Profile and assigned learnings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn, adapt, retain information, and solve problems with attention to detail.