Shift Manager Casting (Steelmaking)

ArcelorMittal•Saraland, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Manager Casting leads all Casting operations for the Steelmaking Team during an assigned shift. Responsibilities cover continuous casting, tundish refractory operations, slab handling, torch cutting, and macro-etch laboratory activities. The manager is accountable for safe, efficient, and reliable operations, employee development, and departmental performance objectives that support ArcelorMittal Calvert’s business goals. The role supervises and directs operations personnel, coordinates shift handovers, manages schedules and training, and works with Maintenance to diagnose problems. It also documents operational issues, conducts root-cause analysis, and recommends solutions. The manager collaborates with Quality, Process Engineers, and Technical Specialists on operational trials to improve process stability, product quality, and casting performance. The position is based in the Steelmaking facility in Calvert, Alabama, in an office and industrial setting. It requires rotating 12-hour shifts covering days, nights, weekends, and holidays. People with heart pacemakers or other electronic medical devices are prohibited from entering the furnace area; individuals who may work in electromagnetic-field-affected areas should identify their device and follow the manufacturer's recommendations. ArcelorMittal Calvert offers health, dental, and vision coverage; an employee assistance program; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) with a 6% employer match; quarterly bonuses; relocation assistance; paid vacation and holidays; bereavement and parental leave; tuition reimbursement; and in-house training. The company also describes on-site convenience markets and community involvement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or four years of military leadership experience and/or four years of progressive leadership experience in Steelmaking.
At least two years of experience in Steelmaking, including Melting, Refining, or Casting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, with the ability to analyze operational data and prepare reports.
Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
People with heart pacemakers or other electronic medical devices are prohibited from entering the furnace area; manufacturer recommendations must be followed for devices potentially affected in electromagnetic-field-affected areas.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of advanced process control.
Dayforce and/or SAP experience.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex operational issues and conduct root-cause investigations.
Experience developing employees through training, coaching, and performance management.

Responsibilities

Lead all Casting operations during the assigned shift, including continuous casting, tundish refractory operations, slab handling, torch cutting, and macro-etch laboratory activities.
Supervise and direct operations personnel in their daily duties.
Enforce company policies through coaching and disciplinary recommendations.
Conduct shift turnover with the preceding and following shifts.
Work with the Maintenance team to diagnose problems.
Support continuous improvement of the process.
Manage personnel work schedules, attendance, and timekeeping.
Schedule and assign required training for direct reports.
Document and report mill issues, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend solutions.
Maintain the safety, order, and cleanliness of the area.
Fulfill responsibilities related to a safe and healthy work environment and the Quality Commitment.
Demonstrate company values and foster teamwork, trust, and respect.
Collaborate with Quality, Process Engineers, and Technical Specialists to develop, coordinate, execute, and evaluate operational trials aimed at improving process stability, product quality, and casting performance.
Maintain working knowledge of competencies defined in the current versions of ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and ISO 17025.
Develop employees through leadership, training, coaching, and performance management; hold self and others accountable for training, required meetings, and professional development.
Make timely decisions aligned with company strategy, motivate direct reports, and identify and develop potential successors.

Benefits

Choice of a high-deductible health insurance plan with a Health Savings Account or a traditional PPO plan with a Flexible Spending Account option.
Dental and vision coverage.
Employee assistance program.
Life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, and AD&D insurance.
401(k) with a 6% employer match.
Competitive pay with quarterly bonuses.
Comprehensive relocation package.
Paid vacation starting at 13 days per year and increasing with tenure.
10 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
In-house training on professional topics, technical skills, and leadership competencies.
On-site 24/7 convenience mini markets.
Opportunities to contribute to community involvement.