Steel Manufacturing Production Laborer

Ellwood Quality Steels Co; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health, dental, and vision plans

Company-paid Life/AD&D and disability

Job summary

Ellwood Quality Steels Company is seeking entry-level candidates for a Bottom Pour Setup/Steelpourer Assistant in New Castle, PA. The role involves working 12-hour days on a 2 on, 2 off schedule, including weekends and holidays, with overtime as needed.

You will handle hot work, lifting, and heavy equipment in a fast-paced steelmaking environment. Key duties include refractory setup, assisting with pour operations, operating forklifts/front-end loaders, and maintaining production records.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and good manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Install brick and other refractories for mold setups.
• Perform minor repairs and cleaning of cast iron hardware.
• Assist with crane hook ups and the Steelpourer during ingot pouring.
• Create production records and operate mobile equipment (forklifts, front-end loaders).
• Possess ability to cross-train in other positions.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Front-end loaders

Job description

EQS New Castle PA
New Castle, PA 16101, USA

Description

Are you ready to embark on an exciting and fulfilling career in the steelmaking industry? Come join our team at Ellwood Quality Steel! We're seeking passionate, dedicated individuals who are not afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into a challenging yet rewarding environment. This is your chance to grow with us—personally and professionally—as we build a strong and successful future together!

Ready to make an impact?

This position comes with:

• Competitive wages: average yearly income for entry level production: $80,000 (includes hourly rate, bonuses, and overtime), but potential for more!
• 401(k) retirement plan with an excellent Employer Match
• Excellent health care, dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

About the Schedule:

This position will work 12-hour days on a 2 on, 2 off schedule (including weekends and holidays). The right candidate would need to be willing to pick up overtime shifts when needed.

About the Position:

As a Bottom Pour Setup/Steelpourer Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our operations, working in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment where no two days are the same. You'll play a crucial role in safely manufacturing steel ingots, all while tackling a variety of physical tasks that will keep you active and engaged. Your work will involve handling extreme heat, navigating uneven surfaces, and working at heights—perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments! Key job functions include:

• Installing brick and other refractories for mold set ups.
• Performing minor repairs and cleaning of cast iron hardware.
• Assisting with crane hook ups.
• Assisting the Steelpourer during pouring of ingots.
• Creating production records.
• Running mobile equipment including forklifts and front-end loaders.
• Ability to cross train in other positions.

We're looking for someone who's up for the challenge and can lift up to 55 pounds regularly, while being comfortable with hand tools. Basic computer skills are necessary to stay on top of tasks and ensure smooth operations. If you have experience with remote cranes or forklifts, that's a big plus!

As part of the process, you will have to pass a basic skills test, undergo a criminal background check, complete a physical and drug screening and we'll ask for your High School Diploma or GED upon hire.

Ellwood Quality Steels Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

Qualifications

Education

Required

HS Diploma or better in GED.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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