Operations Leader: Refractory, Lean Ops & Safety

JSW Steel Limited; Mingo Junction (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JSW Steel Limited in Ohio is seeking an operations leader to oversee refractory management, process optimization, and safety across the plant. You will drive external collaborations, implement Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and ensure production targets are met while maintaining high quality and cost efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership in cross-functional settings and a commitment to continuous improvement in a heavy industry environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct all stages of refractory processes, including repairs, component prep, and inventory management to meet daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Analyze processes to eliminate bottlenecks, minimize waste, and lower energy consumption while driving automation and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
• Champion a zero-harm safety culture through SOP enforcement, emergency planning, and environmental compliance (emissions, magnesia brick recycling, circular economy practices).
• Enforce quality standards across refractory applications, identify root causes of defects, and maximize refractory life.
• Recruit, train, and mentor the operations team; set clear KPIs and foster accountability; collaborate with HR on labor relations.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives, manage operational budgets, and perform variance analyses on consumption and efficiency metrics.
• Serve as the primary liaison between operations and Procurement, EAF, LMF, VTD, Caster, Engineering, R&D, and Finance.

Job description

JSW Steel Limited in Ohio is seeking an operations leader to oversee refractory management, process optimization, and safety across the plant. You will drive external collaborations, implement Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and ensure production targets are met while maintaining high quality and cost efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership in cross-functional settings and a commitment to continuous improvement in a heavy industry environment.