Manufacturing Operator (Melt Shop)

About the position

We're seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Operator to be part of our Melt Shop team and support the EAF/AOD (Electric Arc Furnace and Argon Oxygen Decarburization areas) in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama. In this role, you will support the daily operation in our shops, making minor repairs, replacing parts, managing inventory, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations and protocols. This position works rotational shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support their 1st Operator in a safe and efficient manner to operate in their assigned roles.
• Available to work 12 hr. shifts (days, nights, weekends and holidays).
• Support implementation of Best Practices and Continuous Improvement for the Team.
• Support maintenance activities as required by Operational needs.
• Attend all assigned training and pass any required examination for their next position.
• Maintain environmental and safety requirements.
• Identify safety hazards and opportunities for improvement in safety.
• Identify environmental opportunities for improvement.
• Support optimization of operating practices and procedures.
• Any other activities that may be required, or requested, to support the business.
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety and standard operating procedures.
• Perform housekeeping tasks in and around equipment and machines.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance of equipment and machines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Experience following very specific procedures and documenting the completion of critical steps.
• Experience following strict safety regulations and guidelines for production or logistics environments.
• Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and the operating principles preferred.
• Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs.
• Capable of effective communication, including speaking, writing, active listening and taking instruction.
• Domain of basic computer skills, including data entry, emailing etc.

Nice-to-haves

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to details.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Time management.
• Ability to work independently or in cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options.
• Time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave.
• Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule.
• Retirement plan and company matching.
• Employee Assistance Program.