Melt Shop Manager - EAF/Ladle Furnace

Jobot; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

State-of-the-art Facility

Job summary

A leading U.S.-based steel manufacturer is seeking a skilled Melt Shop Manager to oversee daily operations at a major wire mill. This role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and improving operational efficiency. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in melting and casting operations, expertise in Electric Arc Furnace processes, and possess strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 - $150,000 per year, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical and 401K.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in melting, casting, and refining operations.
• Strong background in Electric Arc Furnace operations.
• Proven leadership managing teams in high-temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily melt shop operations including melting and casting.
• Manage a high-performing team focused on production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement in process efficiency and resource utilization.

Skills

Electric Arc Furnace operations

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Process efficiency

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Operations Management

Tools

SCADA

PLCs

Level 1/Level 2 automation systems

Job description

Overview

Metal Shop Manager - American-made steel fabricated wire products. This Jobot Job is hosted by Jamal Elkhateib. Salary $130,000 - $150,000 per year.

A Bit About Us: A leading U.S.-based steel manufacturer—recognized for over a century of industry leadership—is seeking a skilled Melt Shop Manager to oversee daily operations at one of the largest wire and rod mills in the country. Producing over 700,000 tons of steel annually, this facility plays a critical role in serving industries across North America. The operation is known for its commitment to sustainability, quality control, and 100% domestic production—offering a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact at a nationally significant site.

Why join us?

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• State-of-the-art Facility
• Join a legacy steel producer with a deep commitment to quality and American-made manufacturing.
• Work in a culture that values sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Job Details

What You\'ll Do

• Lead daily melt shop operations, including melting, refining, and casting.
• Manage a high-performing team (8 direct reports and 60 hourly employees) focused on safety, production targets, and equipment reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement in process efficiency, resource utilization, and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership to align production goals with customer demand and service expectations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in melting, casting, and refining operations, with a strong background in Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) operations OR LMS experience —preferably high-density MIDI (HDMI).
• Proven leadership experience managing EAF furnace teams, with an emphasis on furnace balancing, energy optimization, and slag management.
• Knowledge of furnace refractory systems, electrode control, charge material optimization, tap-to-tap time reduction, and ladle metallurgy.
• Experience working with SCADA, PLCs, or Level 1/Level 2 automation systems is highly desirable.
• Strong safety record in high-temperature, high-voltage environments.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Familiarity with steel mill KPIs such as yield, energy per ton, and uptime/maintenance cycle metrics.
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