Shift Manager Powerhouse

Cleveland--cliffs-1; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Variable compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Shift Manager Powerhouse to lead 24/7 powerhouse operations and coordinate safe, reliable utility generation and distribution.

You will supervise hourly staff, work with maintenance and production to meet objectives, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards. The role emphasizes frontline leadership, accountability for safe work practices, and strong collaboration with plant leadership to maintain uninterrupted services and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 2+ years in heavy industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Ability to work rotating 24/7 shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Proficient use of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; comfortable with databases.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards; conduct audits and follow-up.
• Provide leadership to hourly employees and coordinate 24/7 powerhouse operations.
• Coordinate with maintenance, planners, and schedulers to prioritize maintenance.
• Train and develop staff while maintaining a safe, respectful work environment.
• Oversee steam generation, compressed air, and water treatment systems; troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Cleveland, OH Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC has an immediate opening for a Shift Manager Powerhouse position at our Cleveland, OH plant. This front-line leadership role is responsible for coordinating safe, reliable, and efficient powerhouse operations while leading hourly employees in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. The Shift Manager Powerhouse oversees operating activities, supports equipment reliability, ensures compliance with safety and environmental requirements, and works closely with maintenance and production personnel to meet operational objectives. The Shift Manager Powerhouse serves as a key link between hourly personnel, maintenance teams, and plant leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable utility generation and distribution operations.

Summary of Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards; conduct safety audits, inspections, and follow‑up activities in a timely manner. Provide leadership and direction to hourly employees while maintaining accountability for safe work practices, operating procedures, and environmental requirements. Monitor operating conditions and work with production and maintenance teams to address operational issues and drive safe, efficient performance. Schedule, supervise, and lead hourly operating and maintenance personnel, working directly with employees in the field and from the Shift Manager's office. Coordinate with maintenance teams, planners, and schedulers to prioritize corrective and preventive maintenance activities. Train, coach, and develop employees while fostering a fair and respectful work environment focused on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. Oversee the safe and reliable operation of powerhouse equipment and utility systems, including steam generation and distribution, compressed air, and water treatment systems. Investigate and troubleshoot utility system and equipment issues to support plant reliability and ensure uninterrupted utility services to manufacturing operations. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent from an accredited school. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a heavy industrial, manufacturing, power generation, utilities, or military environment. Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, within a 24/7 operating environment; extended hours as needed. Ability to work in a hot, dusty industrial environment and perform physical requirements including climbing stairs and ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, and working outdoors in all weather conditions. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and exposure to databases. Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Current Ohio Third Class Stationary Engineer License. Prior experience in a powerhouse, utility, or power generation environment. Three or more years of leadership experience in a unionized heavy industrial, power generation, utilities, manufacturing, or military environment. Prior steel mill experience strongly preferred. Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.

Salary

The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $110,000. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

Benefits

• We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat‑rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing.

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.

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat‑rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America.

Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability.

Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high‑performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.