Crane Operator - Ladle AZ1

CMC; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost

Medical, Vision, Dental

Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation

4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan

$500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle

Competitive Compensation and Bonuses

Company-paid Life and Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

CMC in Mesa, AZ seeks a safety-focused Ladle Crane Operator to join our steel manufacturing team. You will operate a remote-controlled overhead crane to safely transport ladles, steel, and other materials through the melt shop, receiving training on equipment and processes.

This role offers comprehensive day-one benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities to grow. You’ll work in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment with a team that values reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures, dust, and loud environments.
• Must be able to learn new equipment and tasks quickly.
• Willingness to work overtime and rotate shifts.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate a remote-controlled overhead crane to transport steel and ladles safely.
• Perform equipment inspections and report issues per shift.
• Collaborate with team to address production concerns and improve methods.
• Maintain daily housekeeping and safety practices.
• Troubleshoot basic problems and communicate needs clearly.

Skills

Team player

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Dependability

Ability to learn quickly

Multitask

Lift up to 50 lbs

Overtime flexible

Rotating shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

_______________________________There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

it’s what’s inside that counts

_______________________________There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

We are seeking a safety-focused and reliable Ladle Crane Operator to join our steel manufacturing team. This position is responsible for operating a remote-controlled overhead crane to safely transport steel, ladles, and other materials throughout the melt shop. Operators will receive training on specific equipment and processes. Previous steel industry experience is not required.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in the CMC Safety Programs and proactively uphold the CMC Safety Culture
• Transport full ladles of liquid metal from the ladle furnace to the caster turret
• Remove, install, and add to electrode columns both at the EAF and ladle furnaces
• Effectively communicate with others about possible production issues, concerns, and needs
• Ensure equipment inspection reports are filled out each shift
• Responsible for continuous improvement such as suggesting improvements in work methods and procedures
• Responsible for daily housekeeping duties including but not limited to immediate work area
• Troubleshoot work related problems using job knowledge, experience, and by communicating with others
• Communicate effectively about potential production issues, concerns, and operational needs
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced environment, with excellent strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to work with exposure to extremes in temperature, chemical, dust fumes and mists, uneven surfaces, loud noise, elevated work areas, and confined spaces
• Basic computer skills
• Dependability in attendance, work completion, and flexibility to meet business needs
• Must be able to learn quickly and multitask
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Ability to work a rotating shift, including weekends and holidays

Your Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

We are CMC, a Fortune 500® company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.

If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to join CMC.

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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