Entry-Level Steel Mill Laborer - Hands-On & Safe

Specialty Minerals Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health/Dental/Vision plans

401k company match

Life Insurance

Short/Long Disability

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Minteq, a Minerals Technologies company, seeks a Steel Mill Laborer in Columbus, MS to operate and maintain mill equipment, apply materials, and support customer-focused production. The role requires physical work, attention to safety, and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

This position offers competitive pay, health/dental/vision, 401k match, and life/disability insurance, with potential overtime and travel as needed. Random drug testing applies due to safety sensitivity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; must speak/read English.
• Six months experience in steel mill service or related work desirable.
• Basic knowledge of equipment, safety practices and processes.

Responsibilities

• Apply material and use all relevant equipment as required.
• Follow standard operating procedures for equipment and product applications.
• Operate equipment and perform basic maintenance.
• Maintain equipment in good working order and clean appearance.
• Focus on satisfying and maintaining a positive relationship with customers.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (5S, Kaizen, TPM).

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Adaptability

Learn quickly

Initiative

Integrity

Safety awareness

Customer focus

Quality focus

Judgment/Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Minteq, a Minerals Technologies company, seeks a Steel Mill Laborer in Columbus, MS to operate and maintain mill equipment, apply materials, and support customer-focused production. The role requires physical work, attention to safety, and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

This position offers competitive pay, health/dental/vision, 401k match, and life/disability insurance, with potential overtime and travel as needed. Random drug testing applies due to safety sensitivity.