Mobile Equipment Operator Job Details | Gerdau

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation • Midlothian, IL

65d • $64,000

About The Position

Operate all mobile equipment including loaders, man-lifts, forklifts, flatbed trucks and others to transport Melt Shop and/or Refractory materials. Assist other Melt Shop personnel as instructed.

Requirements

• Basic computer and math skills.
• Read, write and speak in English.
• 1-3 years mobile equipment experience preferred.
• Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
• Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
• Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching.
• Ability to work in extreme ambient temperatures up to 160°F.
• Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule including days, nights and weekends.
• Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment including loaders, man-lifts, forklifts, and flatbed trucks to lift and transport materials.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on vehicles and mobile equipment, which includes fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
• Ensure loads are within the safe load capacity of each piece of mobile equipment.
• Maintain material in feed hoppers or bins at an adequate operating level.
• Keep constant communication with Melt Shop Team and AMT operations to monitor alloy levels.
• Assist Melt Shop Operations and Refractory area with crusher operations and cleaning as needed.
• Visually inspect materials for non-conformities.
• Communicate problems to responsible personnel in a timely manner.
• Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules and guidelines for all tasks being performed.
• Maintain communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
• Demonstrate ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Exhibit engagement in GBS tools and methodology.
• Assist coworkers as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Plans - Eligible upon 1st day of hire
• Health Savings Account with company contributions & Flex Spending Accounts
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Incentive programs that include bi-weekly production bonuses
• Career Progression System with Training & Development
• Paid uniforms and all PPE required
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees