Shift Manager Operations

Cleveland-Cliffs•East Chicago, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel has an immediate opportunity for a Shift Manager Operations at its East Chicago, Indiana operation. The Operations Shift Manager coordinates Safety and Quality activities and oversees production of a production line in accordance with safety, material quality, and production standards. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. As a team of more than 30,000 people, Cleveland-Cliffs proudly serves a diverse range of markets and is the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, the company operates responsibly and is committed to a sustainable future, with ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in various technical and professional disciplines, fostering an environment that empowers employees to achieve their highest potential through a challenging and rewarding environment, competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and work-life balance.

Requirements

Two-year technical or managerial degree, or high school diploma with significant experience.
Two years of industrial/manufacturing experience.
Available to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, in a multi-level organization that operates 24/7, and work extended hours as needed.
Self-motivated, with minimal direction required for day-to-day operations.
Proven team building skills, works well with others of diverse backgrounds, and is able to motivate others.
Proven communication (verbal and written), analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Must be able to work in a hot, dusty environment.
Climbing stairs, ladders, and walking inclines.
Able to work/walk safely on uneven surfaces.
Able to work outdoors in all weather.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in supervision, technology, or related discipline.
Five (5) years of supervisory experience in steel mill, manufacturing, process, production or equivalent facility.
Successful track record working with a represented workforce in a heavy industrial setting.
Knowledge of safety and health policies including key components of the OSHA regulations ASTM specifications.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Perform safety, quality, and environmental audits on a timely basis.
Uphold and enforce safety, environmental, job procedures and maintain general discipline of the crew.
Monitor the operation and intercede promptly with corrective action, coordinating multiple disciplines in the execution of these duties.
Schedule and supervise hourly personnel, working directly with them on the shop floor and from the shift manager’s office.
Ensure direct reports receive proper training and utilization, while establishing an equitable relationship focused on excellence in safety and production.
Work with maintenance organization, planners, and schedulers in developing work lists for repair and/or preventative maintenance items.
Make operational decisions in high-stress situations, following direction from superiors and abiding by corporate policies and procedures.
Develop and perform studies to identify problems, make recommendations to achieve desired improvements, and communicate process improvement ideas to workforce that promote reliability, quality, and productivity.
Supervise a turn crew of operating and maintenance personnel in the operating department to which assigned.
Communicate with upstream and downstream operations and non-Cleveland-Cliffs contractors to coordinate work, deliveries, and service.
Other duties as assigned.