General Helper

Orion Steel Group•Portland, OR

About The Position

Oregon Steel Mills LLC is hiring a General Helper to work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment, independently and as part of a team. The role involves processing and inspecting slabs, operating mobile and burning equipment, recording slab information, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and assisting crew members as directed. The starting wage is $25.00 per hour, with monthly incentive bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Ability to learn, retain, and apply new knowledge.
Ability to become an Oregon Steel Mills Certified Forklift Truck-Bobcat Operator.
Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
Knowledge of hand communication signals used with crane operators.
Good math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and accurate number identification.
Basic computer skills, including data entry.
Flexibility and willingness to learn and accept changes in job duties.
Successful completion of an ergonomics evaluation.
Must be eligible to work in the USA.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Keep accurate and legible records.
Maintain a clean, safe work area.
Maintain working knowledge of standard practice instructions.
Operate a forklift and bobcat to transport slabs.
Map slabs and enter all data into a computer.
Process slabs efficiently.
Operate burning equipment efficiently.
Inspect slabs and remove kerf using a hand torch.
Use the listed tools and equipment, including burning machines, track burners, tape measure, striker, torch wrench, broom, shovel, pry bar, automatic cutting torches, track torches, hand-held torches, and a computer.
Communicate with crane operators using hand signals and verbal communication.
Perform equipment safety inspections as required.
Assist other crew members in their areas as instructed by a supervisor.