Manufacturing Pro: 12‑Hr Rotating Shift, Heavy Equipment

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premiums

Overtime pay

Bonuses

Overtime hours

Job summary

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Virginia is hiring a Manufacturing Associate to maintain equipment operations, uphold safety standards, and ensure quality.

You will work a 12-hour rotating schedule on a state-of-the-art rolling mill and contribute to a strong team focused on reliability and continuous improvement. The role requires at least 3 years in manufacturing, basic computer skills, and ability to work with heavy mobile equipment, cranes, torches, and gauges.

Qualifications

• Entrance exam and 3 years manufacturing or industrial experience.
• Ability to work a 12 hr rotating schedule including days, nights and two weekends a month.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with charts, schedules, and touchscreens.
• Experience with heavy mobile equipment, overhead cranes, cab crane and torches is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment operations, safety standards, housekeeping, and quality inspections.
• Ensure buckets are emptied as needed to support continuous operations.
• Maintain 5S standards and safe practices during shifts.
• Assist maintenance and perform blade/roll changes and inspections.

Skills

Entrance exam

Manufacturing experience

12h rotating shift

Basic computer skills

Heavy equipment

Overhead cranes

Torches experience

Math skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

HMI & gauges

Job description

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Virginia is hiring a Manufacturing Associate to maintain equipment operations, uphold safety standards, and ensure quality.

You will work a 12-hour rotating schedule on a state-of-the-art rolling mill and contribute to a strong team focused on reliability and continuous improvement. The role requires at least 3 years in manufacturing, basic computer skills, and ability to work with heavy mobile equipment, cranes, torches, and gauges.