Steel Coordination Lead — Real-Time Melt Shop Navigator

Metallus Inc.; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Metallus is seeking a Steel Coordination Lead at the Faircrest facility in Canton, OH. You will focus on the next 8–24 hours of production plans, manage upsets, and ensure safe, high-quality steelmaking operations across the plant.

In steady state, you’ll align with supervisors, plan caster changes, and drive continuous improvement while minimizing disruptions. Expect overtime, rotating shifts, and weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 12 years of steelmaking operations.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree with 7–9 years in EAF, refining, or caster/solidification operations (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Maintain an uncompromising focus on safety and ensure adherence to Metallus safety standards.
• Lead communication of safety incidents or upset conditions to stabilize the area.
• Coordinate with shift supervisors to identify, communicate, and mitigate hazards.
• Serve as the primary direction during steelmaking upsets to restore steady state.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage caster size change activities and related maintenance for smooth start-up.
• Provide real time coaching and guidance during upset conditions to build skills and decision making.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Operations coordination

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree (business/engineering)

Bachelor's degree (business/engineering)

Job description

Metallus is seeking a Steel Coordination Lead at the Faircrest facility in Canton, OH. You will focus on the next 8–24 hours of production plans, manage upsets, and ensure safe, high-quality steelmaking operations across the plant.

In steady state, you’ll align with supervisors, plan caster changes, and drive continuous improvement while minimizing disruptions. Expect overtime, rotating shifts, and weekend work as needed.