Pickling Exit Operator

North American Stainless; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless in Kentucky is seeking a Pickling Exit Operator to manage the Coil Pickling Line and related processes. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity in alignment with our quality system guidelines.

The candidate will follow all work instructions, perform required training, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining a clean, safe work area in a high‑production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions precisely.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a safety‑driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Coil Pickling Line and related equipment.
• Follow safety rules and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Handle acids (sulfuric, nitric, HF) according to safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time sheets and process documentation.

Skills

Safety compliance

Lockout/Tagout

Equipment operation

Safety training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AS-400

Crane training

Forklift training

Job description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Pickling Exit Operator is responsible for all the functions as listed below. Operation of this area must be understood in total with the focus of utilizing the equipment to meet all the quality and productivity goals as outlined in our quality system. All work instructions are to be followed as outlined.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. General overview of the LP
2. General safety
3. Lock out tag out
4. ISO
5. AS-400
6. Crane training
7. Forklift training
8. Time sheets
9. Time off request
10. Accident/incident reports
11. Product ID and parking
12. Recycle program
13. Serious misconduct policy
14. LP objectives
15. Operation of the Coil Pickling Line
16. Sulfuric acid handling
17. Nitric acid handling
18. HF acid handling
19. Machine sheet entry at the Pickling Line

All items are defined under the Pickling Operator Work Instructions

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Other duties as assigned
2. Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Mobility in plant
• While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc.
• The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual ability with or without correction
• Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
2. Follow Company safety rules
3. Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
4. Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn:

• Safety shoes
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Hard Hat
• Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
• Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
• Fire Retardant clothing
• Acid PPE

Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy

Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines

Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations

Maintain a clean and safe work area

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
2. Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES:

1. Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
2. Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
3. Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
4. Abiding by all security procedures
5. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc.
• The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual ability with or without correction
• Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
2. Follow Company safety rules
3. Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
4. Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn:

• Safety shoes
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Hard Hat
• Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
• Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
• Fire Retardant clothing
• Acid PPE

Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy

Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines

Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations

Maintain a clean and safe work area

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
2. Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES:

1. Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
2. Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
3. Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
4. Abiding by all security procedures
5. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
6. Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
7. Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
8. Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
9. Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills