Shift Manager I - Operations

U. S. Steel•Mountain Iron, MN

About The Position

U. S. Steel Minntac is hiring a Shift Manager I for Agglomerator Operations. The role uses a hands-on approach to address technical and non-technical production issues, recognize potential problems, and make critical decisions with limited input from other managers. The manager directs the safe, efficient, and economical operation of the facility and coordinates the activities of the operating crew. The position also calls for engaging teams and fostering respect, communication, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and perspectives. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. The position may require rotating shifts, extended workdays, and work on weekends and holidays. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring drug and alcohol testing. Compensation level will depend on experience; the stated base salary estimate is $71,009 to $106,514, and the final offer may be lower or higher based on skills and experience.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 2 years of work experience supervising crews.
  • Experience working rotating shifts, including extended workdays, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to engage teams and promote respect, communication, and collaboration through two-way communication and encouragement of new ideas and perspectives.
  • Ability to make production-related decisions with limited input from other managers.
  • Ability to meet drug and alcohol testing requirements for a safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous supervisory experience in an industrial, unionized workforce.
  • Prior experience in a union environment or similar military leadership experience.

Responsibilities

  • Administer the U. S. Steel safety program and ensure a safe work environment, including proper housekeeping.
  • Coordinate, organize, and direct operating-crew activities.
  • Supervise union employees and work closely with vendors and contractors.
  • Monitor operations to ensure Standard Quality and Operating Practices and guidelines are followed.
  • Reduce unit downtime and improve facility-equipment performance.
  • Develop and implement operating methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
  • Plan and direct production activities in consideration of effective operations and cost factors.
  • Implement the production plan by coordinating material movement and equipment operation to meet customer quality and delivery requirements.
  • Assist workers in diagnosing machinery and equipment malfunctions.
  • Devise and implement cost-saving strategies.
  • Perform administrative duties, including scheduling crews, completing production reports, conducting safety conversations, and compiling other reports as needed.
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