Grinder & Saw Operator – Remelt Dept | Profit Sharing

ELLWOOD Group Inc; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k)

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability

Job summary

Ellwood Quality Steels (EQS) in New Castle, PA, is seeking a Preparation and Finish Operator for the Remelt Department. The role supports remelting operations in a fast-paced environment and follows established procedures to ensure safe, accurate processing of customer material.

The candidate will operate electrode preparation equipment, cranes, and related machinery, while maintaining PPE and safety standards. Teamwork and a strong work ethic are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year in steel manufacturing preferred.
• Remote crane operation experience preferred.
• Steelmaking internal training provided after hire.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision performs daily and related duties per operating procedures and manufacturing instructions.
• Must wear the required PPE at all times.
• Work independently in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.
• Operates electrode preparation equipment including annealing furnaces, grinder and band saw.
• Ships and receives electrodes, ingots, billets and supplies via rail car and truck for the remelt facility.
• Assists the Remelt Operator as needed.
• Completes Pre-Operational inspections for cranes and mobile equipment, as needed.
• Stocks supplies for preparation and finishing.
• Conducts monthly fire extinguisher inspections.
• Operates all department equipment and related systems.
• Performs housekeeping in the remelting facility.
• Adheres to safety policies and work rules.
• Meets attendance requirements.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Crane operation

Electrode prep equipment

Annealing furnaces

Grinder

Band saw

Shipping/receiving

PPE compliance

Job description

Ellwood Quality Steels (EQS) in New Castle, PA, is seeking a Preparation and Finish Operator for the Remelt Department. The role supports remelting operations in a fast-paced environment and follows established procedures to ensure safe, accurate processing of customer material.

The candidate will operate electrode preparation equipment, cranes, and related machinery, while maintaining PPE and safety standards. Teamwork and a strong work ethic are essential for success.