Steel Mill Slag Loader: Heavy Equipment Operator

Phoenix Services LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Phoenix Services LLC in Ghent, KY is seeking a Slag Loader to operate heavy equipment for removing, transporting, and disposing of slag in a steel mill setting. The role requires safety adherence, physical endurance, and teamwork in a high-temperature environment.

Responsibilities include moving slag between furnaces and processing areas, coordinating with operators, and ensuring logs and inspections are completed. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Strong safety awareness and ability to work in extreme heat and hazardous conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical stamina and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in a steel mill environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy slag loaders to scoop, move, and load slag.
• Transport slag from furnaces to processing zones or transport vehicles.
• Maintain clear communication with furnace operators and yard personnel.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and routine equipment checks for safety.
• Record slag quantities and disposal details; report equipment issues.
• Keep slag handling areas clean, organized and safe.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Phoenix Services LLC in Ghent, KY is seeking a Slag Loader to operate heavy equipment for removing, transporting, and disposing of slag in a steel mill setting. The role requires safety adherence, physical endurance, and teamwork in a high-temperature environment.

Responsibilities include moving slag between furnaces and processing areas, coordinating with operators, and ensuring logs and inspections are completed. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.