Production/Manufacturing Associate

Gerdau • Petersburg, VA

3d • $68,000 - $72,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose. Elevate Your Career with Us! Are you ready to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our state-of-the-art rolling mill? As a Manufacturing Associate, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining equipment operations, safety standards, and overall quality. Plus, with our competitive compensation package, you’ll enjoy an impressive earning potential!

Requirements

• Successful completion of an entrance exam.
• 3 years manufacturing or industrial experience.
• The ability to work a 12 hr rotating schedule, days, nights, and two consecutive weekends a month.
• Basic computer skills.
• General math skills, advanced problem solving, ability to multi-task.
• The ability to use charts, schedules, and touchscreens when applicable.
• The ability to interpret instructions and use adjustable controls, HMI's, measuring instruments, and gauges.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with heavy mobile equipment, overhead cranes, cab crane and torches a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment operations, safety standards, housekeeping, and bar quality inspections.
• Ensure all buckets are emptied as needed to allow continued operations.
• Ensure 5S area is to the standard at all times during the shift while observing safety at all times.
• Maintain cleaning schedule.
• Assist maintenance as needed.
• Assist in saw blade changes, roll changes, inspections.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $68000 to $72000 / year which includes hourly rate of $21.16 hr and after 90 days $22.66 hr, biweekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 annual hours of scheduled overtime.
• Growth Opportunities: We value your desire to learn and grow. Take on new roles and advance within the company.
• Work-Life Balance: Our rotating shift schedule ensures flexibility.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed