Refractory Installation Laborer - Entry Level
About The Position
Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. The company reported global sales of $2.1 billion in 2024. Position: Steel Mill Laborer Location: USA | Gary, IN This is considered a safety sensitive position therefore will be subject to random drug testing as required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must have ability to speak and read English.
- Communication, interpersonal, adaptability, ability to learn quickly, initiative, integrity, customer and quality focus, judgment/problem-solving, safety awareness.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (or more in certain shops). Must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects.
- May require working rotating shifts, emergency call outs, and overtime. Must wear all required safety gear. May be requested to travel. Valid Driver's license required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous steel-making or other related experience preferred but not required.
- Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Apply material (product) and use all relevant equipment as required
- Follow all standard operating procedures regarding equipment and applications of product
- Operate equipment and perform basic maintenance
- Maintain all equipment in working order, with clean appearance
- Maintain a strong focus on satisfying the customer
- Maintain a positive profile with the customer
- Actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.
- Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
