Burner - Jackson, TN

SMS; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a safety-focused Burner for its operation at JSW Steel Mill in Jackson, TN. The role involves examining and cutting metal of various sizes using an oxygen/gas torch while ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will work in a physically demanding environment, maintain equipment, and ensure a safe atmosphere for all.

The position includes a competitive salary and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, and vacation.

Qualifications

• Able to work in various weather conditions, including rain, snow, cold, and heat.
• Capable of operating with minimal supervision and following supervisors’ instructions.
• Flexible to changing work conditions and reporting on time.

Responsibilities

• Examine and cut metal using an oxygen/gas torch.
• Inspect equipment and maintain safety standards.
• Perform equipment inspections prior to operation.

Skills

Ability to work in physically demanding environments

Self-direction

Positive attitude

Understanding of safety regulations

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC is a leader in the steel mill services industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/worker safety and handling all operations with integrity. We partner with our customers to design custom, cost‑effective solutions, which focus on adding value and achieving goals for the operation and the environment. Our range of services includes, but is not limited to, scrap yard management, finished or semi‑finished product services, melt shop services, logistics/transportation support, and slag processing.

SMS is seeking a safety-focused Burner at our site located in Jackson, TN on JSW Steel Mill. This is a 24/7 operation with multiple shifts.

Job Duties

Examine and cut metal of various sizes down to specified dimensions using an oxygen/gas torch, inspect equipment, and follow company safety and environmental standards. Perform inspections of the equipment to ensure it is in proper working order prior to operating (i.e., gas and oxygen regulators, hoses and hand torch). Clean, store, and maintain assigned PPE and equipment, assist with yard/facility cleanup and maintenance.

Other Skills

Able to work in a physically demanding environment and all types of weather; rain, snow, cold and heat. Capable of being self‑directed (i.e., once scrap processing in a specific area has been completed, must be able to unhook hand torch from gas and oxygen lines, identify the next area that requires scrap preparation, and begin work without explicit instructions from supervisor). Operate with integrity, have a positive attitude, work with minimal supervision and with others as part of a team in a fast‑paced, non‑stop environment. Understand and carry out supervisors’ instructions (written and verbal). Flexible to changing work conditions, assignments, reporting on time and working as scheduled. Working overtime may be required on weekends and weekdays.

Safety

Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, environmental and site specific regulations. Perform and document daily safety checks, follow all safety rules, wear PPE, provide a safe environment for all employees and visitors.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Vacation

SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.