Production Utility Attendant

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription

Dental

Vision

Health & Dependent Care (FSA)

401K

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. is hiring for entry-level positions in our plant operating areas (Scrap, Melt Shop, Rolling Mill, or Logistics). The role involves handling, loading, stocking, and feeding material, with training provided to gain essential skills for permanent assignments.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and at least two years of manufacturing experience. A strong safety mindset, teamwork, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift including nights

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two or more years of work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• High level of safety awareness.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and freight cars; move materials to warehouse, stockroom, or work areas.
• Operate forklifts, front-end loaders, bobcats and other equipment.
• Inspect, clean and perform routine maintenance on equipment; assist maintenance personnel as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

12-hour shift availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This position is open to domestic candidates only.

Job Description:

Performs a complete range of entry level duties to an operating area (Scrap operations, Melt Shop, Rolling Mill, or Logistics) to include handling, loading, stocking, and feeding material. Receive and participate in training programs and opportunities for entry level occupations in plant operating areas to acquire skills and abilities necessary to perform fill-in duties and responsibilities or to receive permanent assignment. Follow established procedures and written or verbal instructions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work involves somewhat repetitive and basic tasks, routine in nature, requiring care in safely handling material and loading appropriate product on designated conveyanceLoad and unload trucks and freight cars, truck or carry material, supplies and parts to warehouse, stockroom, or work areas; operate switching mechanism on tracks; couple and uncouple rail cars, set brakes or wheel blocks.Operate forklifts, front-end loaders, bobcats and other equipment to perform daily tasks.Clean machinery and other equipment or apparatus, assist maintenance personnel as needed handling tools, parts, and perform routine maintenance on any equipment used.

The Individual:

• High school diploma or GED PreferredTwo or more years of work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• High level of safety awareness
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends

Salary & Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 401K
• Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• $67000 per year (Year One)

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.