General Helper

Orion Steel Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is seeking an industrious forklift/Bobcat operator for our Oregon Steel Mills operations. You will maintain records, keep a safe work area, and transport slabs using forklifts and bobcats with attention to standard practices and data entry.

The role requires safety awareness, the ability to learn new skills, and the potential to advance through apprenticeship and training programs. Eligible applicants must be able to work in the USA.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn, retain and apply new knowledge.
• Ability to become Oregon Steel Mills Certified Forklift Truck - Bobcat Operator.
• Knowledge of basic hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of hand signals for crane operators.
• Good math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and accurate number identification.
• Basic computer skills; data entry.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and accept changes in job duties.
• 2 years’ experience in an industrial environment, preferred.
• Successful completion of ergonomics evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Keep accurate and legible records.
• Maintain clean, safe work area.
• Maintain working knowledge of standard practice instructions.
• Operate mobile equipment: forklift and bobcat to transport slabs.
• Map all slabs and enter all data into computer.
• Efficiently process slabs.
• Operate burning equipment in an efficient manner.
• Inspect slabs and remove kerf using hand torch.
• Use tools: burning machines, track burners, tape measure, striker, torch wrench, broom, shovel, pry bar, automatic cutting torches, track torches, hand held torches and computer.
• Communicate with crane operator.
• Perform safety inspections on equipment as required.
• Assist other crew members in their areas as instructed by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Math skills

Data entry

Safety mindset

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

The starting wage for this role is $25.00/hourwith monthly incentive bonus opportunities. Our amazing benefits package starts on your very first day and includes low-cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and paid holidays, a 401k plan with a 5% employer match, and an additional employer funded retirement savings account.

The successful candidate must be able to work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment. The ability to work independently and in a team is a must.

Job Responsibilities:

• Keep accurate and legible records
• Maintain clean, safe work area
• Maintain working knowledge of standard practice instructions
• Operate mobile equipment: forklift and bobcat to transport slabs
• Map all slabs and enter all data into computer
• Efficiently process slabs
• Operate burning equipment in an efficient manner
• Inspect slabs and remove kerf using hand torch
• Use the following tools: burning machines, track burners, tape measure, striker, torch wrench, broom, shovel, pry bar, automatic cutting torches, track torches, hand held torches and computer
• Communicate (hand/verbal) with crane operator
• Perform safety inspections on equipment as required
• Assist other crew members in their areas as instructed by supervisor

Job Requirements:

• Ability to learn, retain and apply new knowledge
• Ability to become Oregon Steel Mills Certified Forklift Truck - Bobcat Operator
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools
• Knowledge of hand communication signals for communication with crane operators
• Good math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and accurate number identification
• Basic computer skills; data entry
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and accept changes in job duties
• 2 years’ experience in an industrial environment, preferred
• Successful completion of ergonomics evaluation

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.