Ladle Gate Operator

SSAB•Axis, AL

21d

About The Position

SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S. SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure. POSITION PURPOSE Ladle gate maintenance operators are expected to safely maintain the ladle gates, inspect ladles for issues with refractory or mechanical components, and communicate issue within the refractory team. Operators are expected to actively participate in the SSAB safety program. Some amount of paperwork and written communication is required.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude
Basic Microsoft experience or aptitude/willingness to learn
High School diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Experience with ladles or refractories a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure safe working conditions and the safe operation of ladles
Participate in SSAB safety programs, audits and reviews
Maintain/turn ladle gates and components, ladle lips and plugs
Inspect the hot face of refractory and notify appropriate management of issues or concerns
Maintain a clean, organized and stocked work area
Utilize established documentation systems (logs, emails, paperwork, etc.) to communicate all relevant information to the refractory and management team
Complete ladle tear out profiles
Work closely with the refractory team leader and shift coordinator to minimize down time and improve equipment reliability
Participate in improvement and organization projects
Assist in refractory installations as needed/scheduled by the refractory team leader