Hot Metal Crane Operator

Vallourec - North America; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Discretionary Performance-Based Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Vallourec - North America in Youngstown, Ohio, is looking for a qualified candidate to operate ladle and charging cranes in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include transporting ladles, inspecting equipment, and supporting Melt Shop operations.

The ideal applicant will have a strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards, mechanical comprehension, and the ability to work rotating shifts. Competitive pay and benefits including healthcare and 401(k) are provided for dedicated team members.

Qualifications

• Ability to qualify for overhead crane operation.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Willingness to operate both ladle and charging cranes.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or heavy industrial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate ladle and charging cranes during all operations.
• Transport and inspect ladles for safe usage.
• Charge scrap accurately into the EAF.
• Support various operations as needed.

Skills

Overhead crane operation qualification

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards

Recognizing equipment issues

Mechanical comprehension

Mathematical skills

Problem-solving under pressure

Job description

Your Day-to-Day Impact

• Transport empty ladles from the ladle preheater to the ladle car.
• Inspect ladles for missing brick prior to use.
• Move full ladles of liquid steel between ladle car, LMF, and caster.
• Inspect ladles post-LMF for hot spots.
• Charge scrap safely and accurately into the EAF.
• Remove and replace electrodes at the EAF and LMF.
• Safely operate ladle and charging cranes during all operations.
• Identify and report crane operational issues.
• Support refractory, EAF, LMF, and casting operations as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production.

What You Bring

• Ability to qualify for overhead crane operation (physical and testing requirements).
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and company safety standards for crane operation.
• Ability to recognize equipment issues and appropriately elevate concerns.
• Willingness to operate both ladle and charging cranes.
• Working knowledge of Melt Shop operations (Refractory, EAF, LMF, Casting).
• Mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division with whole numbers, fractions, decimals).
• Strong problem‑solving and reasoning skills in high‑pressure situations.
• Mechanical comprehension and equipment awareness.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing or heavy industrial experience.
• Prior hot metal crane experience.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive pay based on experience, with opportunities to earn more as you learn.
• Opportunities to work with advanced Melt Shop equipment.
• A culture that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Real growth potential in a stable, essential industry.
• Overtime opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long‑Term Disability.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match, no vesting period.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Holidays (10 days + 1 floating holiday).
• Paid Vacation Time.
• Discretionary Performance‑Based Bonus Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.