Multicraft Process Technician

AK Steel Corporation; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Columbus Coatings in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking Multi-Craft Process Technicians for our hot-dip galvanizing facility. This 24/7 USW-operated plant requires skilled technicians to support production and maintenance operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical or electrical background and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in manufacturing, OR 4+ years of military experience, OR 2+ years of technical school with certificate.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Ability to work at heights and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as needed.
• Overtime may be required.
• Capable of standing on concrete for 8+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with peers and supervisors.
• Operate overhead cranes and other production equipment.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure product standards.
• Execute mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Support continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Lift up to 50 lbs

Weekend/holiday shift readiness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Technical certificate

Job description

Location: Columbus, OH

Cleveland-Cliffs Columbus Coatings, located in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking Multi-Craft Process Technicians for our Hot Dip Galvanizing facility. This USW-operated plant runs 24/7 and requires skilled technicians to support production and maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical or electrical background and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with peers and supervisors.
• Operate overhead cranes and other production equipment.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure product standards.
• Execute mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Support continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years in manufacturing, OR
• 4+ years of military experience, OR
• 2+ years of technical school with certificate.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Ability to work at heights and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as needed.
• Overtime may be required.
• Capable of standing on concrete for 8+ hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical training or certifications in industrial maintenance or electrical systems.
• Experience in steel or heavy manufacturing environments.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.