Production Foreman

SMS Mill Services, LLC.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks of vacation

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a skilled Production Foreman for its Mingo Junction, OH location. You will directly supervise daily activities of a production team, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to company policies on a 12-hour shift schedule.

You will lead by example, manage schedules, and coordinate with management on daily reports, inspections, and permits. Relocation support is offered and a competitive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a production team in heavy industry preferred.
• Strong safety focus and knowledge of PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities and direct a frontline team to maximize output and minimize costs.
• Ensure safety requirements are met and PPE is used correctly.
• Prepare daily reports and communicate with management on inspections and checklists.
• Meet KPIs for efficiency and performance.
• Ensure compliance with SMS policies and local, state, and federal regulations.

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC is a leader in the steel mill services industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/workers’ safety and handling all operations with integrity. SMSis seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused Production Foreman for its Mingo Junction, OH location. We are located on JSW steel mill property. Front line operations role responsible for direct supervision of daily activities of employees. Utilizes employees in the most efficient manner to maximize production and minimize costs. Leads and maintains the highest safety standards within the host Mill.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe workplace. Lead by example and adhere to safety requirements in a scrap and slag yard environment. Always wearing proper PPE and addressing any employee not adhering to PPE requirements.
• Lead a production team and effectively manage each shift to maximize production and minimize costs in the most efficient manner.
• Prepare daily reports and provide information to management as needed, including ensuring all inspections and operation checklists required to be completed by hourly employees are prepared and submitted appropriately.
• Meet KPl's (Key Performance Indicators) to meet or exceed efficiency and performance standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with SMS policies, and all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
• Control and coordination of mill service activities as delegated, including:
  1. Scrap unloading and loading.
  2. Scrap breaking, shearing and cutting (in conjunction with supervisor of the burning floor)
  3. Rental work with personnel and equipment
  4. Environmental services
  5. MR Plant Operations
  6. Scrap inspection
  7. Timely rail services to the Customer.
  8. Rail car repair
• Ensure correct completion of all job-specific, employee-related paperwork including toolbox talks, daily activity sheet, timesheets and designated work permits.
• Help prepare production schedules for each project to ensure the appropriate use of personnel, equipment and working schedules.
• Plan for efficient and effective operations, including compliance with all company policies, practices and procedures, i ncluding with respect to spare parts, equipment and other on s ite resource needs.
• Help monitor the production process and adjust schedule as needed to manage headcounts and payroll expenses.
• Ensure employee compliance with standard operating procedure for all production operations.
• Work safely and ensure that employees are working safely during all phases of performing the job duties required.
• Communicate clearly, including providing on-the-job training and assistance as needed.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all expenses are submitted and authorized prior to any financial commitments and receipts of all goods and services are completed within the correct financial period.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including Environmental, Safety and Health guidelines and best practices, including mitigating risks associated with contractors and vendor insurance and indemnification.
• Comply with cost savings initiatives, identify and recognize ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue, including treating any company expenses the same as you would if it was your own money.
• Function as part of the management team and align with core values to meet company policies and goals.
• Escalating and reporting issues that require further assistance as appropriate.
• Plan, participate and actively contribute to internal and external business meetings as necessary and appropriate.
• Establish and maintain qood housekeeping practices to eliminate hazards to employees.

Physical Demands

Ability to walk more than 1000 yards; stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift and carry no more than 50 lbs.; climb stairs and/or ladders; stooping; crawling; reaching; handling; pushing; pulling; twisting; kneeling; squatting; seeing; speaking; hearing; problem solving, discretion and independent judgment; regular and dependable attendance.

Working Conditions

Requires physical exertion with exposure to natural elements -- working in scrap processing and production environment at an active steel mill.

Schedule/Pay/Benefits

• Working 12-hour shifts
• Rotating schedule, includes days and nights
• Pay range can increase dependent upon experience, plus anannual bonus
• Four weeks' vacation!
• Medical, dental and vision offered day 1!
• 401(k) with 4% match after 2 months of employment
• Willing to relocate!

SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.