Equipment Assembler - Roll Shop

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

100% Matching 401K up to 6%

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Career Path System and Training

Health Advocate Services

Employee Assistance Program

Bi-Weekly Bonus

Overtime pay

Job summary

Gerdau North America is seeking skilled industrial workers to support roll/guides inventory, equipment changes, and building rolling mill stands for production.

You will use shop math, blueprints, and precision instruments to assemble and align parts, rebuild guides, and perform setup changes. The role requires mechanical inclination, basic computer skills, and a willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift, including weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of industrial or manufacturing experience.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Ability to work a rotating 12 hr shift (Dupont 4/3 schedule).
• Basic computer skills and ability to read charts and gauges.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and align mill stands and rolls per specs.
• Set and adjust bolts to position rolls on mill stands.
• Operate overhead cranes to move products and materials.
• Rebuild guides/rolls and inspect conformance to specifications.
• Perform routine equipment care and keep records.

Skills

Industrial experience

CNC machine experience

Mathematical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Touchscreen interfaces

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

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 as automotive, 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 1st day of hire
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Short- Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Bi-Weely Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training

Your Purpose

You will assist with maintaining 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 ools 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 and use 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]