Equipment Assembler - Roll Shop

Gerdau; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental plans

Vision plans

100% 401K match up to 6%

Disability insurance

Bi-weekly bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gerdau is seeking an Equipment Assembler for the Roll Shop to help maintain and assemble mill stands and rolls. You will use shop math, read blueprints, and inspect components to ensure high quality production in a steel rolling environment.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, 1–3 years in manufacturing, and willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift with overtime; CNC experience is a plus. We offer comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires basic math, reading blueprints, and interpreting specifications.
• Experience with shop mathematics and precision measuring tools is expected.
• CNC machine experience is a plus; candidate should be mechanically inclined.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roll/guides inventory and participate in building rolling mill stands.
• Assemble straightener rolls/guides, shear blades, and saw blades and inspect for specifications.
• Disassemble mill stands and install new rolls, align and adjust bolts.
• Assemble and grease mill stands and operate the offline verification system.
• Perform equipment changes related to mill stands, including lubrication and guides.
• Ensure inventory levels of roll/guides and consumables and assist with stand changeovers.
• Operate overhead cranes to transfer products or materials.

Skills

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Specifications

Charts

Tables

Precision measuring

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CNC machines

Touchscreens

Job description

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Equipment Assembler - Roll Shop

Work with a steel industry leader and apply your industrial or manufacturing background to a long-lasting and impactful career at Gerdau. Your work will be essential in helping us roll steel products that meet the highest standards of quality around the world in a variety of industries such asautomotive, appliance, construction, agriculture, machinery, and equipment. Join Gerdau and experience an empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create your future.

$68000 - $73000 / year which includes biweekly hourly pay, production bonus, shift premium, and 354 hours of annual scheduled overtime.

We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental,Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1stday of hire


• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)


• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%


• Short- Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Bi-Weely Bonus


• Health Advocate Services


• Employee Assistance Program


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Career Path System and Training

Your Purpose:

You will assist withmaintaining roll/guides inventory, equipment changes, and building the rolling mill stands for production.

Your Work:

• Use shop mathematics together with the use of blueprints, specifications, charts, tables, and computer and precision measuring instruments.


• Assembly of straightener rolls/guides, shear blades, and saw blades and inspect for conformance to specifications.


• Rebuild old guides and rolls, first removing slag with scrapers, pry bars, cutting torches, or hammers.


• Disassemble previously installed mill stands and install and align new rolls.


• Set and adjust bolts to position rolls on mill stands using wrenches and bars.


• Assemble and grease mill stands using hand and air powered t tools and operate the offline setup verification system.


• Perform equipment changes related to the building of the mill stands, which may include rolls, chocks, lubrication systems, water sprays, and guides.


• Ensure roll/guides and consumable inventory levels are replenished and validated.


• Assist with rolling stand changeovers and cobble removal.


• Perform routine equipment care, record, and inspection on vehicles and mobile equipment.


• Operate overhead cranes to transfer products or materials.

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma/ GED preferred OR successful completion of an entrance exam.


• 1-3 years of industrial or manufacturing experience.


• Must be mechanically inclined. CNC Machine experience is a plus!


• The ability to work a rotating 12 hr shift, days, nights, and two consecutive weekends a month. (Dupont 4/3 schedule)


• Basic computer skills.


• General math, advanced problem solving, ability to multi-task..


• Ability to use charts, schedules, and touchscreens when applicable.


• Ability to interpret instructions anduse adjustable controls, measuring instruments, and gauges.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or [e-mail]