Industrial Furnace Operator — Overtime & Benefits

Gerdau North America; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

1st-day benefits

401K with matching

Life Insurance

Bonuses

Health Advocate

EAP

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Path & Training

Positive, empowering culture

Job summary

Gerdau North America is hiring for a hands-on manufacturing role focused on ladle metallurgy, casting, and furnace operations. You will assist with alloying, temperature checks, and equipment handling in a fast-paced melt shop environment.

Requires 1 year of industrial experience, ability to read and follow instructions, and willingness to work rotating 8-hour shifts. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing stairs. Training and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 1 year of industrial or manufacturing experience
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• Ability to use simple specifications, dials, and gauges to regulate equipment
• Flexibility to work a rotating 8 hr schedule
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied conditions

Responsibilities

• Servicing the ladle metallurgy station, casting billet run-out area, ladles, electric arc furnace, and brick crew operations.
• Perform simple routine tasks and handle heavy tools safely for ladle and slag operations.
• Assist LMS Operator with alloy and slag additions and temperature checks.
• Assist brick crew with refractories removal and maintenance of ladle and tundish areas.
• Assist in furnace and pit area cleaning and equipment inspection.
• Support casting crew with torch cutting scrap billets and stock house switching.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Attention to detail

Operate heavy equipment Safety

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial training

Job description

Gerdau North America is hiring for a hands-on manufacturing role focused on ladle metallurgy, casting, and furnace operations. You will assist with alloying, temperature checks, and equipment handling in a fast-paced melt shop environment.

Requires 1 year of industrial experience, ability to read and follow instructions, and willingness to work rotating 8-hour shifts. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing stairs. Training and growth opportunities available.