Caster Operator, BRS

U. S. Steel•Osceola, AR

About The Position

The Caster Operator supports BRS goals and objectives by carrying out policies, procedures, and activities on the Caster for their assigned crew. The role involves operating the Caster safely, monitoring mold and tundish conditions, coordinating with coworkers and other operations, maintaining the work area, and supporting operational goals and crew safety. The position works in Caster production areas that are routinely hot, on rotating 12-hour shifts that include weekends and holidays, with scheduled and unscheduled overtime. This position does not supervise others.

Requirements

Be quality- and detail-oriented.
Maintain a positive attitude and be a team player.
Have strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills and be mechanically inclined.
Have good insight into team dynamics.
Have good verbal communication skills and be computer literate.
Be able to routinely lift and move objects during a shift.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Previous related experience.

Responsibilities

Run the Caster in a safe manner.
Monitor mold level and mold flux level in the mold.
Monitor steel levels in the tundish and take tundish samples.
Hook up ladies.
Keep the caster floor stocked with materials and supplies.
Communicate with the caster tech and pulpit operator and be prepared for turnarounds.
Maintain good housekeeping throughout job areas and grounds.
Coordinate daily activities with upstream and downstream operations.
Support other departments as needed to strengthen BRS profitability and continual improvement efforts.
Assist the shift supervisor and caster tech in achieving operational goals and ensuring crew safety.