Plant Operations Technician

Cleveland-Cliffs; Silver Bay (MN); On-site; USD 42,319 - 62,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking Plant Operations Technicians at the Northshore Mining Company in Silver Bay, MN. This role involves operating and maintaining all equipment related to the production of taconite pellets. Candidates should have relevant educational background or work experience, excellent mechanical skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts.

The compensation ranges from $30.72 to $45.31 per hour, accompanied by benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year post-secondary degree, 4-year degree, apprenticeship, or 2 years of work experience.
• Ability to recognize upset conditions and take corrective action.
• Flexible with work assignments and able to assist other departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all plant equipment related to taconite pellet production.
• Perform mechanical repairs including cutting, welding, and plumbing.
• Ensure safety and efficiency throughout the operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Work ethic

Education

2-year post-secondary degree or equivalent

4-year post-secondary degree or equivalent

Job description

Location: Silver Bay, MN

Cleveland-Cliffs has immediate openings for Plant Operations Technicians at their Northshore Mining Company facility located at the Silver Bay Plant. The primary function of this position is to operate and maintain all plant equipment associated with the production of taconite pellets in a self-directed work environment.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Replacing idlers and scrapers.
• Replacing oil pumps
• Chute repairs
• Minor plumbing
• Cutting & welding
• Repairing cyclones and pan feeders
• Belt replacement
• Minor pipefitting
• Conveyor alignment
• General clean up.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a 2-year post-secondary degree or 4-year post-secondary degree, OR 4-year apprenticeship in related work, OR 4-years full-time military history with directly related work experience (Part-time military only considered if candidate has at least 2 years of full-time deployment with work experience applicable to position), OR 2 years of directly related full-time work experience. 2-year post-secondary degrees in mining industrial technology, electrical, industrial, mechanical, maintenance, heavy equipment maintenance is preferred.
• Must be able to recognize upset conditions, determine cause, and then take corrective action.
• Must be flexible with work assignments; will assist other departments as needed and required.
• Must have an exceptional work ethic, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a self-directed team environment.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience in an industrial environment is preferred.
• Excellent safety record and genuine concern for safety in the workplace.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Good troubleshooting skills.
• Proven mechanical aptitude.

Please note that all applicants must meet the physical requirements of the position by the close of the posting period.

The pay range for this role is $30.72/hour to $45.31/hour.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

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.