
Human Resources
Empowering our workforce for a better future.
Our employees are our greatest resource. Our HR teams keep our mills running smoothly and our people achieving their greatest potential by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. Our HR team constantly innovates to provide programs to help our people learn, grow, and be successful in their careers.

Career Paths
Select a Career Path below to explore examples of a Gerdau career.
TAB 1 - USA CONTENT
Whether you take the typical career path or explore different areas along the way, Gerdau offers many opportunities to grow, learn, and develop in your career. Job opportunities in our Human Resources department include: employee relations, recruiting, compensation, shared services, organizational development, and more.
$31.22 hourly, or $75,974 annually (USD)
$31.22 hourly, or $75,974 annually (CAD)
$37.52 hourly, or $91,299 annually (USD)
$37.52 hourly, or $91,299 annually (CAD)
$42.58 hourly, or $103,619 annually (USD)
$42.58 hourly, or $103,619 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
TAB 1 - USA CONTENT
Whether you take the typical career path or explore different areas along the way, Gerdau offers many opportunities to grow, learn, and develop in your career. Job opportunities in our Human Resources department include: employee relations, recruiting, compensation, shared services, organizational development, and more.
$31.22 hourly, or $75,974 annually (USD)
$31.22 hourly, or $75,974 annually (CAD)
$37.52 hourly, or $91,299 annually (USD)
$37.52 hourly, or $91,299 annually (CAD)
$42.58 hourly, or $103,619 annually (USD)
$42.58 hourly, or $103,619 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (USD)
$45.55 hourly, or $110,851 annually (CAD)
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Title: ENGINEERING INTERN - ROLLING MILL OPERATIONS
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose.
POSITION: Engineering Internship (G. Start)
LOCATION: Cambridge, Ontario
VACANCIES: 1
DEPARTMENT: Rolling Mill - Operations
HOURLY RATE: $27.00 / hr.
ABOUT US:
Gerdau is a major steel manufacturing company, operating in 10 countries, and employing over 30,000 individuals. The North American business divisions (Gerdau Long Steel North America and Gerdau Specialty Steel North America) produce long and special steel products for the agriculture, energy, industrial, automotive, and manufacturing markets. We stimulate the economy through our network of recycling operations and mills, operating ten mills in the U.S. and three in Canada. Our mills utilize efficient and clean production practices, including the use of electric arc furnace (EAF) technology. The use of this technology and its process makes our steel one of the greenest choices available.
ABOUT G. START, GERDAU'S NEXT GENERATION:
Gerdau is seeking university students to participate in our G. Start program. G. Start is a paid internship program with the goal of developing students for future technical and managerial positions. G. Start internships are project-focused and mutually beneficial. G. Start is a program that values the diversity and inclusion of our business and society.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
• Undergraduate entering third or fourth year.
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering or related from a recognized accredited university. Candidates MUST be returning to full-time studies following this internship.
• Record of high academic achievement.
• Well-rounded applicants with leadership roles in student organizations or extra-curricular activities.
• Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the country of hire without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment.
• Candidates must demonstrate leadership potential, strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, initiative, and problem-solving skill.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This position will be a full-time, 12-month long internship opportunity.
This job opportunity is fully onsite. There are no opportunities for remote work. Candidates MUST be in commutable distance from the facility located at 160 Orion Place in Cambridge, Ontario.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct mill performance studies by collecting and analyzing data from production processes, equipment systems, and other relevant sources to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and reliability.
- Support the development and implementation of improvement projects aimed at delivering measurable impact on mill performance.
- Utilize CAD modeling software to assist with the design and development of equipment changes, layouts, and process improvements.
- Work closely with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to support project execution and continuous improvement activities
In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within ourorganization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Industrial Electrician $46.84/hr
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Ontario
L1N 5T1
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
WHAT THE POSITION ENTAILS:
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this position’s job responsibilities include:
- Troubleshoot AC/DC motors, controls, PLC, electrical drives, low/medium/high voltage systems.
- Service the electrical aspect of pumps, motors, cranes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
- Receive instructions, prints or work orders, covering scheduled and emergency repairs, installation, and inspection work to be done.
- Maintain specified records of work performed, details of repairs, and materials usage on computerized maintenance management software (CMMS), work orders, logbooks, and checklists.
- Perform rounds and checks machinery condition using checklists or digital tools to identify abnormalities and ensure that machine functions are operating within the normal specifications.
- Operate material handling equipment such as cranes, tow motor operation including rigging.
- Demonstrate basic computer skills.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Certificate of Qualification (Industrial Electrician - 442A or Construction Electrician - 309A) as recognized by Skilled Trades Ontario is required.
WHAT GERDAU OFFERS YOU:
- Hourly Rate: $46.84/hr
- Overtime: weekly overtime opportunities.
- Shift Premiums: an average of $575/year in shift premiums.
- Cost of Living: Annual cost of living increases based on Consumer Price Index (CPI).
- Vacation Bonus: 50% bonus when vacation is taken outside of prime vacation periods.
- Holidays: Paid Statutory Holidays
- Annual Tool Allowance: $150/year
- Safety Boot Allowance: 100% company provided.
- Uniforms: 100% company provided.
- Pension: up to 6% contribution from Company with no mandatory employee contributions.
- Medical Benefits: 100% company sponsored.
- Full Dental and Orthodontia Benefits: 100% company sponsored.
- Employee Assistance Program: 100% company sponsored.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Background, education, and criminal record checks will be performed.
- All successful candidates must pass a post-offer medical and ergonomic assessment.
- Must be able to work rotating shifts.
In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Yard Operator I - Mr
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
Ontario
N1R 7G8
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary:
The Yard Operator has a variety of duties and a broad skill set that makes this position an important part of operational needs. The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and non-ferrous purchasing, mobile equipment operation, and performing general maintenance duties.
The Yard Operator will be expected to safely operate a material handling crane or loader in order to accomplish daily tasks. They must communicate regularly with the scale, supervisor, other coworkers, and customers about the quality of material and shipping requirements.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow all established Gerdau Safety, Environmental, and Routine procedures specific to the yard.
- Work involves a variety of tasks, simple through moderately complex in nature, requiring some care to ensure correct procedures are being followed.
- Ensure that all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and that all material that fails the scan is quarantined and the appropriate personnel are notified.
- Operate the loader and/or the material handler to assist in loading and unloading scrap material, while following the quality standards of Gerdau and the customer.
- Ensure that all incoming scrap inspected against quality, and environmental standards and appropriate deductions and downgrades are applied. Communicate findings with the scale in a timely manner.
- Inspect and verify scrap for grade and quality. Identify deductions and downgrades.
- Ensure that all outbound materials meets safety and quality standards.
- Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC).
- Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, safety, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clear and orderly fashion.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau.
- Participation in daily safety routine.
Locations with Rail:
- For Operations that have rail; shift full and empty cars, operate locomotive, activate switches, couple and uncouple cars, and set brakes or wheel blocks as requested, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist in monthly inventory counts (where applicable)
- Assist maintenance personnel in the performance of equipment repairs as required or directed.
- Operate the Baler Operation.
- Assist in nonferrous processing; including segregation of materials to upgrade products. For example: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, etc.
- Assist co-workers in daily operational duties that are essential to the yard in terms of safety, efficiency, and profitability.
- Stage and remove material for torching with a material handler (where applicable).
- Problem solving input and contributions as required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
- High School Education preferred.
Additional Information:
All uniforms and PPE provided
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $27.26 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate: - Cambridge, ON - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person - In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Millwright Uaw Journeyman
Monroe, Michigan, United States
Michigan
48161
Pay: $43.10 per hour
Position Summary
Gerdau is seeking an experienced Millwright to perform a wide range of duties involving the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will help ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Equipment Inspection & Maintenance
- Receive instructions for scheduled and emergency repair, installation, and inspection work.
- Inspect plant equipment for defects such as:
- Misalignment
- Wear
- Insufficient lubrication
- Other mechanical issues
- Determine the most effective repair methods to minimize production interruptions.
- Recommend equipment shutdowns when necessary to prevent damage.
- Assess when temporary continued operation can occur without adverse effects.
Mechanical Repairs & Installation
- Dismantle, clean, repair, replace, install, maintain, assemble, and lubricate mechanical equipment.
- Adjust equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Assemble and align:
- Gears
- Bearings
- Shafts
- Apply press, sliding, and running fits as required.
- Perform all necessary rigging operations.
- Operate machine tools, including:
- Drill presses
- Pipe-threading machines
- Power saws
- Other shop equipment
Crane & Hydraulic Systems Maintenance
- Perform mechanical repairs on cranes.
- Layout, install, maintain, and repair:
- Pipelines
- Fittings
- Fixtures
- Pressure systems
- Repair leaks in:
- Hydraulic systems
- Air systems
- Gas systems
- Water systems
- Replace leaking pipe sections.
- Remove and install operating components, including:
- Cylinders
- Oil motors
- Four-way valves
- Check valves
- Repair pumps, compressors, blowers, and related equipment.
Operational Support
- Change, set up, and adjust equipment according to operating conditions.
- Assist repair crews during emergency breakdowns.
- Complete preventive maintenance reports and inspection checklists.
- Perform water testing as required.
- Document all maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Perform light welding associated with routine and emergency repairs.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices throughout the maintenance shop and job site.
- Follow all established safety procedures.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- Pass all required testing.
Experience Requirements
One of the following:
- Minimum 1 year of millwright experience with a Millwright Journeyman Card, OR
- Minimum 4 years of millwright experience without a Journeyman Card.
Quality Responsibilities
- Maintain machinery to achieve the highest quality standards.
- Follow company quality policies and procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strive for zero defects in products and processes.
Safety Responsibilities
- Lock out and tag out all equipment before performing repairs.
- Follow all Gerdau safety policies and procedures.
- Observe departmental safety rules and regulations.
- Comply with all Cardinal Safety Rules.
- Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Cost & Production Responsibilities
- Maintain equipment to minimize plant downtime.
- Support efficient and uninterrupted production operations.
Environmental Responsibilities
- Understand and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
- Complete all required annual safety and environmental training, including fugitive dust training.
- Assist with spill prevention, containment, response, and cleanup activities.
- Support environmentally significant tasks such as:
- Process pond water management
- Spill prevention initiatives
- KO61 dust (baghouse dust) preventive maintenance
- Equipment calibration
Additional Information
This description outlines the primary functions and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned.
The incumbent is responsible for their own safety and the safety of coworkers while continually supporting improvements in:
- Health and safety
- Environmental performance
- Process efficiency
- Product and service quality
- Customer satisfaction
All efforts should be focused on preventive actions and continuous improvement.
Maintenance Electrical Supervisor
Monroe, Michigan, United States
Michigan
48161
Maintenance Supervisor - Electrical
Basic Function
The Shop Supervisor-Electrical is responsible for analyzing job requests received from various departments for priority, necessary manpower, and material requirements. Assigns personnel to perform the job and follows up to completion.
Nature and Scope
Primary Responsibilities
- Organize down day/outage activities with other departments.
- Determine manpower requirements and ensure necessary material and manpower are available.
- Assign work and follow through to completion.
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to the Assistant Maintenance Superintendent.
- Reports indirectly to the Superintendent of Maintenance.
Direct Reports
- Controls Technicians
- Electricians
- Utility Supervisor-Electrical
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Strong electrical background, especially in:
- PLC operations/programming
- High-voltage equipment
- Overhead cranes
- AC/DC equipment operations
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of maintenance and production operations in all facets of the Melt Shop/Rolling Mill.
Principal Accountabilities
Maintenance & Reliability
- Responsible for the electrical maintenance of all equipment and support equipment in the plant.
- Responsible for maintaining equipment so it is reliable, efficient, and dependable within maintenance quality objectives.
- Responsible for electrical maintenance and repairs of all plant facilities and equipment within assigned areas.
- Analyze job requests received from various departments for priority, necessary manpower, and material requirements.
- Order and receive materials.
- Assign personnel to perform jobs and follow them through to completion.
- Organize down day/outage activities with other departments, determine manpower requirements, and ensure necessary material and manpower are available.
- Assign work and follow through.
- Responsible for minimizing downtime to lower costs incurred due to machine downtime and ensure production meets all production goals.
- Respond to emergency calls involving equipment shutdowns that may affect output, material flow, and/or quality.
- Work with other departments on projects, including new equipment installations and overhauling or upgrading existing equipment to ensure maximum safe operating conditions of the plant.
- Assign routine preventive maintenance to personnel and follow through to completion and documentation.
- Work closely with other maintenance supervisors to ensure smooth transition on assigned jobs.
Personnel Management
- Ensure assigned personnel work in a safe and timely manner.
- Manage break times.
- Determine and order necessary materials so the workforce can accomplish objectives in the minimum time possible.
- Responsible for recruiting, training, evaluating, and motivating employees to achieve department objectives.
- Coordinate and ensure coverage due to call-offs and vacation days on back turns.
- Maintain communication channels to implement departmental goals.
- Responsible for administering personnel policies and carrying out company policies and programs.
- Responsible for reviewing procedures with crew.
CMMS & Administrative Responsibilities
- Responsible for using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to administer spare parts, purchase materials and services, PM and work order development, and development of asset information.
- Hold monthly safety and crew meetings with 100% attendance.
- Attend staff meetings with the Maintenance Superintendent.
Quality Responsibilities
- Responsible for administering the policies and procedures of current Quality Systems.
Housekeeping & Safety Responsibilities
- Responsible for departmental housekeeping.
- Responsible for ensuring maintenance personnel adhere to all safety policies.
- Responsible for ensuring Cardinal Safety Rules are followed.
- Responsible for utilizing the Gerdau Business Systems within the Maintenance Department.
- Responsible for working within the EMM processes.
- Responsible for completing all required annual safety and environmental training.
Environmental Responsibilities
- Tasks with significant environmental impacts include:
- Process pond water
- Spill prevention, containment, and response
- RCRA waste
- KO61 Dust (baghouse dust) PMs
- Calibration of equipment
- Employee is expected to know, understand, and follow all applicable Federal, State, and Local environmental legal requirements and practices.
- Enforce environmental compliance with procedures, practices, and regulations within the department.
- Ensure environmental compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations within the department.
Additional Information
The incumbent must be responsible for the safety of all individuals who work under his/her management, seeking continuous improvement related to employee health and safety, the environment, process efficiency, and customer satisfaction with the quality of products and services. All efforts must be directed toward preventive actions.
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
CDL A Driver
You have:
- High school diploma or GED is preferred.
- Must have a current/valid Class A CDL; Tanker and HazMat endorsement(s) is plus.
- Must have at least 9 months of experience with large mobile equipment or hauling vehicles.
- Smartphone/web experience required to utilize GPS.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office and internet-based applications. SAP experience is helpful.
- Familiar with traffic regulations and load restrictions.
- Able to read, write, add, and subtract and to follow written or verbal instructions.
- Flexibility to work in a variety of weather conditions
- Customer service experience.
Your Work:
- Operate standard factory-equipped diesel straight truck and tractor with roll-off trailers, dump trailers and van trailers to pick-up a variety of steel products and accessory items from Gerdau steel suppliers.
- Follow standard or prescribed methods or procedures. Work involves a complete range of duties, somewhat repetitive and routine in nature, requiring considerable care to drive tractor/trailer vehicle in a correct and safe manner, properly loading of trucks, and compliance with all DOT laws, rules, and regulations.
- Good working conditions in closed truck cab free from weather elements except in occasional unloading. Subject to some noise, vibration, and fumes, but none to the extent of being disagreeable.
- Make deliveries and/or pick-ups, operating from verbal, written or electronic instructions, invoices, bills of lading, shipping tickets, etc.
- Keep accurate and legible records such as Driver’s Trip Reports, Driver’s Daily Log, Vehicle Inspection Report, and Driver’s Weekly Expense Report.
- Maintain polite, courteous, and diplomatic relations with either customers, receivers, or suppliers with whom contact is made. May be required to contact the supplier for location/placement of roll-off bin.
- Assist loading or unloading; unload without help as necessary; tie down the load with chains or cinches; attach markers for overhang.
- Light physical effort consisting of continuous light exertion in driving, frequent effort in tying down the loads, and assisting unloading.
- Continuous mental and visual attention in coordinating a good degree of manual dexterity with close visual attention for sustained periods.
- Clean vehicle on a regular basis.
Salary & Benefits:
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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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Improvement Facilitator
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
Ontario
N1T 1R9
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Title: RS Improvement Facilitator
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
BASIC FUNCTION
The Improvement Facilitator’s responsibility is to identify, develop, and implement opportunities for improvement in processes, products, and production within the Roll Shop. Responsibilities include the development of new and the refinement of existing standards, structures, systems, and equipment to ensure process efficiency and effectiveness. The incumbent is responsible for driving continuous improvement through the application of methodologies, QIS improvement principles, technical and engineering tools, working in close coordination with the appropriate Superintendent, Routine Facilitator, and Operational staff within the assigned area of responsibility.
NATURE & SCOPE:
· Assist the site Improvement Facilitators, Routine Facilitators, Department Superintendent and Plant Management in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of all improvement aspects within area of responsibility, focusing on continuous improvement and integration of improvement principles, as well as technical and engineering principles.
· Identify best practices and act as a change agent to help achieve a higher level of results by utilizing and implementing improvement processes.
· Participate and contribute to achievement of department goals including goal setting.
· Collaborate with Routine Facilitators on subjects pertaining to the processes, improvement standards, CAPEX, audits, 5S initiatives, failure analysis, results management, QIS, FA, Six Sigma and other process improvement methodologies
· Identify and solve chronic/repetitive problems and failures and reduce process variation through data analysis.
· Assist with development of the Annual Action Plan and the administration of established policies, practices and procedures.
· Implement and coordinate CAPEX and Annual Action Plan Improvement projects.
· Oversee, contribute to, and support daily improvement management activities, including providing timely and accurate cost estimates on proposed improvement efforts.
· Design new and revamp existing structures, systems, and equipment
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science
· 1–3 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
· Strong working knowledge of steel manufacturing methods and techniques involving the use of heavy mill machinery and related equipment
· Previous experience in manufacturing operations, supervisory or facilitation roles
· Experience in using AutoCAD, Inventor, or equivalent software
· Experience with MasterCAM, SmartCAM, or equivalent CNC programs for milling machines and lathes
· Experience in project management
· Demonstrated advanced knowledge of business systems and complex technical and engineering processes
· Exposure to heavy machinery maintenance and troubleshooting
· Proven ability to train, coach, and develop employees
· Exposure to inventory management
· Strong presentation, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
· Detail-oriented, results-driven, and capable of working effectively with employees at all organizational levels
Reporting Relationship & Scope:
· Reports directly to the Department Superintendent
· Coordinates closely with cross-functional groups across the facility
· Role encompasses a moderate scope and breadth of responsibility, covering manufacturing processes, complex equipment, and a moderate level of budget
· The incumbent must be responsible for the safety of all individuals who work under his/her management, seeking continuous improvement related to employee’s health and safety, environment and the process efficiency and customer’s satisfaction with the quality of products and services. All efforts must be directed for preventive actions.
In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within ourorganization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary:
The laborer is an entry level position, reflecting employees with no previous knowledge or experience related to scrap metals and recycling. The laborer must have the ability to learn and a strong work ethic. The laborer will assist in several aspects of daily operations such as scrap inspection, sortation, and general yard maintenance as directed.
Under the safety standards of Gerdau the laborer will learn to operate mobile equipment and perform general maintenance duties on machinery. The laborer must have strong communication skills and use them at all times to ensure safety among co-workers, truck drivers, peddlers, and contractors.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow all of the established Gerdau safety, environmental, and routine procedures specific to the yard
- Operate the fork-lift while progressing towards loader operation and material handler operation to assist in the loading, off-loading, and sorting of scrap materials
- Inspect incoming scrap against quality and environmental standards with a progression towards grading and purchasing scrap material
- Apply deductions to non-conforming materials through effective communication with the scale house or yard inspector
- Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC)
- Detect and report faulty tools, equipment, environmental hazards, and safety hazards to a supervisor
- Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion
- Provide excellent customer service
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
Locations with Rail:
- For Operations that have rail; shift full and empty cars, operate locomotive, activate switches, couple and uncouple cars, and set brakes or wheel blocks as requested, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Ensure non-conforming objects have been removed from incoming scrap vehicles such as gas tanks (drained and removed), propane tanks, and batteries
- Ensure radioactive materials are removed from inbound/outbound scrap material and quarantined properly
- General house-keeping duties: sweep shop area and removal of garbage
- Assist in non-ferrous sorting and processing as directed by non-ferrous operator
- Assist co-workers in general operational duties that are essential to the yard in terms of safety, efficiency, and profitability
- Problem solving input and contributions as required
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
- High School Education preferred but not required.
Salary & Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Pension/RRSP
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
Additional Information:
- All uniforms and PPE provided
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: $25.49 per hour
- Ability to commute/relocate: - Mississauga, ON - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Work Location: In person - In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Machine Operator (turning Bay) 1
Huntington, Indiana, United States
Indiana
46750
Empowering people who build the future.
We Offer
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Shift Premium
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Turning Bay Operator
The Turning Bay Operator is responsible for the safe operation, setup, quality inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Turning Bay equipment while ensuring customer requirements and production standards are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, set up, and monitor all Turning Bay equipment, including the Rattunde, Turner, Polisher, Hex Bundler, Galdabini Bump Straightener, NDT equipment, demag, and transfer car.
- Load and unload trucks accurately and ensure material is routed to the correct location.
- Enter production data into HTIS hourly and maintain accurate production records and tallies.
- Perform quality inspections, gauge verification, testing equipment verification, and 100% ZF inspections.
- Identify and process non-conforming material using MQ1 procedures.
- Follow customer-specific requirements, quality policies, SOPs, and work instructions.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and assist Maintenance and Engineering as needed.
- Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all plant safety policies and procedures.
- Work independently on trained equipment and develop the ability to set up all Turning Bay equipment, including creating new Rattunde programs.
- Achieve and maintain Level 1 NDT Operator certification or higher.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Three or more years of manufacturing experience preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality.
Current openings:
B Crew Monday-Wednesday 5p-5a & Thursday 5pm-11pm
C crew: Thursday 11am-5pm & Friday-Sunday 5am-5pm
D crew Thursday 11pm-5am & Friday-Sunday 5pm-5am
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Yard Operator I - Mr
Sikeston, Missouri, United States
Missouri
63801
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary:
The Yard Operator has a variety of duties and a broad skill set that makes this position an important part of operational needs. The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and non-ferrous purchasing, mobile equipment operation, and performing general maintenance duties.
The Yard Operator will be expected to safely operate a material handling crane or loader in order to accomplish daily tasks. They must communicate regularly with the scale, supervisor, other coworkers, and customers about the quality of material and shipping requirements.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow all established Gerdau Safety, Environmental, and Routine procedures specific to the yard.
- Work involves a variety of tasks, simple through moderately complex in nature, requiring some care to ensure correct procedures are being followed.
- Ensure that all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and that all material that fails the scan is quarantined and the appropriate personnel are notified.
- Operate the loader and/or the material handler to assist in loading and unloading scrap material, while following the quality standards of Gerdau and the customer.
- Ensure that all incoming scrap inspected against quality, and environmental standards and appropriate deductions and downgrades are applied. Communicate findings with the scale in a timely manner.
- Inspect and verify scrap for grade and quality. Identify deductions and downgrades.
- Ensure that all outbound materials meets safety and quality standards.
- Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC).
- Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, safety, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clear and orderly fashion.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau.
- Participation in daily safety routine.
Locations with Rail:
- For Operations that have rail; shift full and empty cars, operate locomotive, activate switches, couple and uncouple cars, and set brakes or wheel blocks as requested, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist in monthly inventory counts (where applicable)
- Assist maintenance personnel in the performance of equipment repairs as required or directed.
- Operate the Baler Operation.
- Assist in nonferrous processing; including segregation of materials to upgrade products. For example: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, etc.
- Assist co-workers in daily operational duties that are essential to the yard in terms of safety, efficiency, and profitability.
- Stage and remove material for torching with a material handler (where applicable).
- Problem solving input and contributions as required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
- High School Education preferred.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Commercial Contract Specialist
Cartersville, Georgia, United States
Georgia
30121
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of account coordination to support scrap purchase and sales contracts, and other scrap related business processes for Metals Recycling. The Business Support Analyst will liaison with the Recycling Commercial, Operations, Logistics and Accounting teams to provide accurate, reliable and timely results to exceed customer service expectations. The Business Support Analyst will report directly to the Business Support Supervisor.
Principal Accountabilities:
Main point of contact for vendors / customers. Coordinate and orchestrate, cross-functional teams to deliver an optimal customer experience.
Build partnerships & maintain positive relationships, coordinate business & information, effectively address and resolve inquiries & issues promptly.
Collaborate with various teams and business areas to coordinate, guide and oversee end to end processes.Identify and close gaps, guide processes and policy compliance, while maintaining strong internal controls.
Proactively assess and advise of any potential risk(s) or non-compliance issues related to a process or transaction.
Uphold and promote mitigating controls to support E2E processes, streamline process flow, while securing all supporting documentation for record retention and satisfy routine audit requirements.
Validate pricing, process payables, reconcile statement of accounts. Audit scrap tickets and reconcile with vendor payment schedules, SAP reports and coordinate with Shared Services.
Facilitate periodic (weekly, monthly, quarterly) customer reviews and reconciliations, analyze business requirements, troubleshoot issues, and share best practices.
Create, maintain and analyze purchase contracts, coordinate account adjustments related to pricing and dispute resolution, maintain cost recovery programs.
Manage sales orders from set up, credit utilization, receivable reconciliation and dispute resolution to minimize business disruptions.
Coordinate new account set up and maintenance of vendor & customer accounts, grant access to eligible vendors to self-service portal.
Manually manage daily activity, cost processing and summary validation for multiple offsite inventory locations.
Disseminate large volumes of confidential and time sensitive information.
Maintain tax documentation requirements and validate application to processed billings for compliance, audit review, and government reporting.
Export sales coordination, tracking and reporting.
Meet with decision-makers and end-users to define operational requirements, systems goals and improvements as well as identify and resolve systems issues.
Provide subject matter expertise, assist with the implementation of system changes and upgrades.
Coordinate special projects to strengthen and streamline process, mitigate risk and controls, minimize errors and drive data integrity, validation and overall compliance.
Coordinate the review and update of all process documentation and manuals for the activities of the department.
The Individual:
Business Administration University Degree or College Diploma is preferred.
1 to 2 years related field experience is preferred. Excellent knowledge of accounting and finance principles. Advanced Excel and SAP is an asset.
Excellent communication skills are a necessity to interface with customers and personnel. Customer Service Focused. Strong liaising and networking skills.Exceptional time management skills and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Self-driven, collaborator, problem solver and able to prioritize conflicting demands.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Process Engineer - Roll Shop
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Are you ready to seize an exhilarating, hands-on opportunity to leave your mark on a variety of process improvement projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join Gerdau, the first North American steel company to achieve B Corp Certification, and contribute to producing steel bars with the lowest embodied carbon in the U.S. Elevate your career with Gerdau, where your curiosity, imagination, and expertise will drive our ongoing transformation into the future.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Purpose:
As a Mechanical Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the oversight, contribution to, and support all the trainings and development activities for employees at the mill. You will be responsible for CAPEX projects and compiling and analyzing project data with a moderate scope of responsibility for material manufacturing processes as well as the equipment utilized in the manufacturing process.
Your Work:
- Maintain goal and project data bases. Perform trend analysis on the performance data as well as identify commonalities within the data.
- Participate and contribute to the achievement of department goals including goal setting.
- Facilitate training sessions for all employees on the improvement methodologies, tools, policies, practices, and processes.
- Develop and coach employees on capabilities and knowledge in the application of the Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Collaborate with Routine Managers on subjects pertaining to the Gerdau processes, improve standards, CAPEX standards, audits, 5S initiatives, failure analysis, results management, QIS, FA, 6 Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
- Identify and solve chronic/repetitive problems and failures as well as reduce process variation.
- Assist with the development of the Annual Action Plan, and the administration of established policies, practices, and procedures.
- Prepare and approve standards from CAPEX and improvement initiatives.
- Implement and coordinate CAPEX projects, and Annual Action Plan Improvement Projects.
- Oversee, contribute to, and support daily improvement management activities, which include providing timely and accurate cost estimates on proposed improvement efforts.
- Provide consulting services to the departments on improvement methodologies and tools. Design new and revamp existing structures, systems, and equipment.
- Provide support in implementation, maintenance, and follow up on the vertical and horizontal help chain.
- Assist with all safety activities.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Materials Science, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience, OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6-8 years of relevant experience.Experience must be in steel manufacturing, heavy industrial, or process manufacturing environments.Knowledge of standardization and production quality methods required.
- Strong working knowledge of steel manufacturing methods and techniques involving the use of heavy mill machinery.
- Previous qualifying experience in scrap processing, melting, casting, rolling, maintenance, finishing, shipping/warehouse operations, and supervisory/facilitation a must.
- Ability to train, motivate, and serve as a coach to employees.
- Ability to articulate ideas, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies a plus.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Refractory Operator
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Refractory Operator
Do you have a working knowledge of manufacturing tools and procedures? Are you detail-oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize? Do you like trouble shooting and solving problems? Join us as we build the future and the Gerdau We Are Creating.
Potential Earnings of $78000 / year which includes production bonus and biweekly hourly pay ( $21.16 hr after 90 days goes to $24.60 hr)
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Bonuses
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Qualifications:
- Must pass entrance exam.
- 1-3 years industrial/manufacturing experience. Brick Mason experience a plus.
- Ability to work Monday - Friday, 4am to 1pm with some overtime and could involve occasional weekend work.
- General math skills, advanced problem solving, analytical skills, use charts, schedules, computer and touch screens in addition to follow instructions.
- Ability to use adjustable controls in regulating the continuous process through interpretation of measuring instruments and gauges.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
- People leadership skills and ability to lead by example
Your Purpose:
Plan, lay out, and perform all operations necessary to lay brick and refractory in order to build, rebuild, and re-line ladles, electric-arc furnaces, roofs, tundishes, and other steel-making vessels.
Your Work:
- Complete a range of duties that are highly repetitive and routine in nature in order to properly and effectively lay refractory brick to build, rebuild, re-line, or patch electric-arc furnaces, ladles, tundishes, and other steel-making vessels.
- Operate pendant crane as needed to move refractory material to and from storage area.
- Cut brick to size using pneumatic tools to ram material, walls, tundishes, and other areas as required.
- Remove burned or damaged brick and clean surface of vessel using sledgehammer, pry bar, brick hammer, and/or pneumatic chipping gun.
- Spread or spray refractories over exposed bricks to protect bricks against deterioration by heat using a trowel or gunning machine.
- Perform refractory work at the Furnace.
- Assemble and disassemble ladle slide gate and/or tundish slide gate for maintenance inspection.
- Perform minor burning with torch, lance, and welding as needed.
- Support trialing of new refractory products.
- Operate mobile equipment to lift and transport materials including loaders, cranes, man-lifts, brick-lift, and forklifts.
- Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
- Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules and guidelines for all tasks being performed.
- Assist in training of coworkers as needed.
- Maintain communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
- Maintain work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
- Assist maintenance personnel as needed.
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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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Environmental Manager
Cartersville, Georgia, United States
Georgia
30121
Environmental Manager | Cartersville, GA Steel Mill
Relocation Assistance within the U.S.
Lead environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives at one of North America's leading steel manufacturers. As Environmental Manager, you'll play a critical leadership role in ensuring regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement, and shaping the environmental strategy for a large-scale steel operation.
What You'll Do
- Lead all environmental compliance programs, permits, and reporting activities, including Air (Title V), Water (NPDES), Stormwater, SPCC, Hazardous Waste, SARA, and Radiation Protection.
- Oversee the site's Environmental Management System (EMS) and drive environmental performance improvement initiatives.
- Manage environmental KPIs, capital projects, audits, and compliance action plans.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and maintain strong relationships with corporate and site leadership.
- Support landfill operations, groundwater monitoring, remediation activities, and emissions control systems.
- Lead and develop environmental personnel while fostering a culture of environmental stewardship and operational excellence.
- Act as a key advisor to plant leadership and serve as backup support for Health & Safety leadership.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 4+ years of environmental compliance experience in steel manufacturing, metals, mining, power generation, chemicals, or other heavy industrial environments.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations, permitting, and reporting requirements.
- Proven experience working with regulatory agencies, audits, compliance programs, and environmental management systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, and continuous improvement skills.
Why Join Us?
- High-impact leadership role reporting directly to site leadership.
- Opportunity to influence environmental strategy and sustainability performance.
- Lead major compliance, permitting, and capital improvement initiatives.
- Collaborative culture focused on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Join us and help shape the future of sustainable steel manufacturing while making a meaningful impact on environmental performance and compliance.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Scale Operator
Scotts Hill, Tennessee, United States
Tennessee
38374
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Scale Operator
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Scale Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring and controlling incoming and outgoing vehicles, shipments, and containers through the use of scale and software systems. The successful candidate will ensure all transactions are accurately documented and processed while providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet customers in a professional and friendly manner and direct incoming loads to the appropriate areas of the facility.
- Accurately weigh inbound and outbound vehicles, carriers, and company trucks using scale systems.
- Process and maintain scale tickets, bills of lading, purchase orders, packing slips, and other related documentation.
- Record supplier information, vehicle identification, material grades, weights, contract numbers, and load destinations.
- Apply load deductions, pricing adjustments, and contract updates as directed.
- Process customer payments, payment adjustments, and issue cash payments when required.
- Prepare, issue, and submit cheques with supporting documentation for authorization.
- Maintain daily records of purchase and sales transactions.
- Perform daily cash reconciliation and balance transactions accurately.
- Answer and direct incoming telephone calls.
- Maintain radio communication with yard personnel and respond appropriately to operational and emergency situations.
- Ensure all customers and visitors comply with site safety procedures and PPE requirements.
- Monitor and operate the main yard arm and gate access as required.
- Organize, file, fax, and maintain all paperwork and records in accordance with company procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 5S workplace standards.
- Provide professional service while effectively managing challenging customer situations.
Qualifications & Skills
- High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary education is considered an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong data entry and administrative skills with a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Strong telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Cash handling and reconciliation experience is an asset.
- Ability to work collaboratively with customers, drivers, carriers, dispatch, operations, and management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of materials handling, logistics, or industrial operations is an asset.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Medical and prescription coverage
- Dental benefits
- Vision care
- Pension/RSP Plan
- Basic Life and Accidental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Supportive team environment and growth opportunities
Apply Today
If you are organized, customer-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Scale Operator and play a key role in supporting safe and efficient yard operations.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Logistics Warehouse Attendant
Cartersville, Georgia, United States
Georgia
30121
$74,000 / year - (includes base hourly rate of $24.64 hr plus, weekly production bonus, shift & Sunday premiums, and 312 annual hours of scheduled overtime)
We Have:
• A strong global presence with steel mills that transform millions of tons of raw material to produce steel beams, rebar, flats, and merchant bars, used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
• A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
• An environment that values safety, teamwork, and sustainability.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Professional Training
• An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create.
Your Qualifications:
• The desire to learn new roles and grow with the company.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required. If you do not have a HS Diploma or GED, you will need to successfully pass an entrance exam.
• Ability to work a Dupont 4/3, rotating 12-hr schedule including days, nights, & two weekends a month.
• Proficiency in heavy equipment operation.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• General math skills, advanced problem-solving, and ability to multi-task.
Your Purpose:
To maintain safety, proper equipment operation, and housekeeping. To assist in the loading of outbound trucks and rail cars as well as working alongside finishing operations to for mill operations.
Your Work:
• Work safely in a very fast-paced shipping environment.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations for the plant and area.
• Routine tasks that are physical in nature including, but not limited to: lifting, walking, climbing steps, etc.
• Operate overhead cranes, heavy duty forklift, and tractor trailer to transport material between warehouses on Gerdau site. (No CDL required).
• Basic computer skills.
• Assist in loading outbound truck and rail shipments.
• Assisting mill catching production.
• Complete pre-use inspections on equipment.
• Operate handheld scanner.
• Cleaning as instructed & general housekeeping duties.
• Inspect finished product per procedure.
• Crosstrain at next promotion level position. (Receive higher position job pay once fully trained and capable, when filling in at cross-trained position).
• Follow prescribed procedures and verbal instructions.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Industrial Electrician - Finishing
Cartersville, Georgia, United States
Georgia
30121
Industrial Electrician – Build Your Future with Gerdau
Earn $37.08 / hr + premium pay, 354 hours of annual overtime, and weekly bonuses — with the potential to earn $100k plus your first year.
If you’re the kind of electrician who loves solving problems, thrives in a fast‑paced industrial environment, and takes pride in keeping critical equipment running, this is the place to build a long-term career. At Gerdau, you won’t just maintain equipment — you’ll help power the manufacturing of steel that builds America.
Why Gerdau?
A Career with a Purpose
Our mills transform millions of tons of raw material into steel used in automotive, construction, heavy equipment, appliances, and more. Your work directly supports industries that keep the world moving.
A Culture That Has Your Back
- A diverse, innovative, people-first environment
- A team that values safety above everything
- A company investing heavily in technology, training, and continuous improvement
- Real career paths — not just jobs
Benefits That Start Day One
- Medical, Dental, Vision — on day one
- Health & Dependent Care, FSA & HSA
- Paid Parental Leave
- 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Weekly bonuses
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance & Health Advocate programs
- Career development, training, and advancement opportunities
Qualifications Required
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to pass a Ramsey electrical exam
- Strong industrial electrical maintenance skills which includes PLC and drives experience.
- Basic PLC programming knowledge for troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and blueprint reading
- Comfortable working at heights
- Ability to work 12‑hour rotating shifts (days, nights, and two weekends per month)
What You’ll Do
As an Industrial Electrician, you’ll keep our plant running safely and efficiently by performing electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work across a wide range of industrial systems.
Your Impact
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic systems
- Diagnose issues with AC/DC motors, PLCs, drives, and high‑voltage systems (≤480V)
- Perform routine rounds to identify abnormalities and ensure equipment is operating within spec
- Maintain and repair cranes, mobile equipment, PLC networks, pumps, motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Lay out, install, and maintain electronically controlled equipment including rolling mill loop controls, programmable sequences, and distribution centers
- Balance loads, wire complex circuits, and interpret schematics/blueprints
- Use diagnostic tools such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and multi‑meters
- Document work performed and support maintenance/production teams with technical expertise
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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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
BASIC FUNCTION
:
The primary responsibility for a Senior Buyer is the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services to support production plans throughout a procurement region, per designated commodities/categories. These activities include, but are not limited to the negotiations, maintenance, and execution of national, regional and/or local supplier agreements, as well as, facilitating team-based supplier selection and overall contract management. The incumbent will participate with applicable central commodity teams to develop effective procurement strategies to minimize total costs of category acquisitions then execute approved plans. The Senior Buyer will act as a commodity/category lead by means of leading projects and serving as a coach to Buyers and associated employees.
Gerdau seeks to disseminate the culture of sustainability throughout its value chain through partnership, communication, awareness and engagement initiatives. As part of this effort, when acquiring products and services, the incumbent should include social responsibility and inclusion by adhering to Gerdau’s principles in safety, ethics, culture, diversity, and community in all activities.
DIMENSIONS:
Annual Purchases: $20 - $110 million per year
Locations Supported: Monroe and Jackson Michigan
Commodity/Category Assignments: Multiple commodities/categories for assigned region
NATURE AND SCOPE:
This position is responsible for purchasing goods and services in a timely, economical, and efficient manner. The Senior Buyer oversees all purchasing activities, maintenance, and execution of the procurement process to meet commercial, operating, and cost requirements. Incumbent will participate in the development of tactical plans for procurement, establishing and maintaining effective relations with the supplier base, and the active execution and implementation of national, regional and local supply contracts.
The incumbent should possess extensive knowledge of the steelmaking industry, manufacturing, industrial relations, logistics, procurement procedures, and the ability to analyze technical drawings. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Economics or related field or at least 10 years of direct procurement experience generating and implementing contracts, as well as, managing purchase orders, documenting negotiations, communications and accounting, taxes, and legal implications is required. A professional certification in procurement or supply chain management preferred.
The incumbent must be a self-starter, and possess strong skills in negotiations, communications, math, analysis and problem-solving. The incumbent must be able to function independently and as a member of a cross-functional team. High ethical standards, leadership and a strong work ethic are also key attributes. This position requires extensive knowledge of Quality Management Methodologies.
Incumbent should also poses key competencies that are critical to the position. This includes proven consistent high performance in previous positions, live Gerdau’s Principals, highly motivated by new challenges, effectively collaborates up and down the organization, values diversity & inclusion, demonstrates emotional intelligence in their everyday activities, and has an ownership mindset.
The position will require travel to complete job duties and maintain effective relationships with vendors, mill personnel, and industry organizations; approximately 10-20%.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Maintain current and thorough knowledge of appropriate local markets and competitive practices as well as procurement systems, company information systems and other business applications.
- Conduct scheduling analysis to determine supply/demand conditions for the needs of the mills supplied. Adjusts quantities and expedites delivery schedules for purchases in accordance with monthly buying plans.
- Act as a liaison with the supplier community in order to establish and maintain market relationships.
- Monitor and maintain continuity of supply and on time delivery as well as physical, safety-related, and environmental aspects of materials purchased. Settle procurement discrepancies within management guidelines to maintain standards and ongoing supply chain activities.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to develop purchasing processes and to determine the best available costs, quality, reliability, continuity and delivery relative to the total cost of ownership.
- Execute purchase contracts in accordance with company policy and guidelines, verify purchase order details, and assure vendor performance. Review and assess vendor capabilities and past performance.
- Gather data, then report activities and regional results to central management, regional management, plant management, and internal customers to help control costs and identify savings opportunities. Occasional presentations will be made to management teams.
- Contribute to the reduction of inventory throughout the region by working with suppliers to monitor, regulate, and liquidate materials. Take corrective actions, when necessary, to support changing conditions in mill demand, supply chain dynamics, etc. Periodic evaluations of Inventory Min/Max levels.
- Assist in the development and achievement of process goals, Annual Action Plans, and the administration of established policies, procedures, and processes.
- Serve as a project lead on assignments across the Mills within designated commodity/category.
- Coordinates with the Central Procurement Team to manage the supply of production and non-production materials and working capital to optimize inventories while researching alternative sources of supply.
- Monitor the actual vs. planned usage of all production and non-production materials assigned to meet inventory targets and maintain consistent supply.
- Manage supply agreements between Central and Region keeping the agreements updated as to pricing, demand, balance and monitor Gerdau and Supplier performance to said agreements in order to ensure the continuity of supply and the commercial relationship.
- Train and communicate specifications, commercial terms and conditions, and safety & environmental compliance requirements to shippers and plant personnel.
- Facilitate sessions to communicate procurement improvement methodologies, tools, policies, practices, and processes to regional procurement teams.
- Support the Regional Procurement Manager with daily executions of procurement activities, including but not limited to: guiding and coaching team members in the areas of purchase order execution, expediting, supplier development, and non-conformance treatment.
- Implement the standardization and continual improvement of the procurement process and the attainment of other identified procurement Key Performance Indicators within the Gerdau Business Systems guidelines.
Production General Labourer (utility)
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
Ontario
N1T 1R9
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary
The Production Labourer (Utility Person) works primarily in the finishing end area of the Gerdau Rolling Mill. This person is responsible for ensuring quality steel bars are prepared and packaged to meet our customers’ needs.
Job Duties
• Handle, sort, stack and bundle finished products and scrap materials
• Inspect finished bar product during continuous processing
• Tag and inventory finished product using automated weighing and piece count systems
• Assist Machine Operators in equipment set-up and aid in troubleshooting
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Operate overhead cranes and forklift
• Communicate clearly over 2-way radio with Machine Operators
• Work independently and/or in a team setting with minimal supervision
• Follow all safety rules
• Perform other activities as required
Working Conditions
• Industrial Rolling Mill with majority of working time indoors
• Physically demanding; lifting up to 23 kg (50 lbs) regularly
• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking for extended periods
Qualifications
• High school diploma/GED
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively
• Good attendance and work ethic
• Must be physically able to perform in a labour intensive environment
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent oral communication, dependability, judgement
• Must be able to work shift work – 12 hr shifts rotating between days and nights as scheduled
• Must be able to use the following: pneumatic tools, banding equipment, hand-cutting torches, pry bars, grinders, etc.
Hiring Requirements
• All successful candidates must pass a Medical & Ergonomic Assessment
• Background, Education and Criminal record check will be performed
Additional Information
• Starting rate of $30.0493 / hr plus shift premiums when applicable
• Overtime available
• Health/Dental/Life/ AD&D Benefits
• Pension/RSP plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to progress to higher paying positions based on seniority
• All uniforms and PPE provided
Work Location: In person
In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Heavy Equipment Operator I
Minot, North Dakota, United States
North Dakota
58701
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Heavy Equipment Operator | Gerdau
Safety-driven operator with hands-on experience running mobile cranes, magnet cranes, and shears to process and move scrap materials efficiently. I support daily yard operations by loading and unloading trucks and railcars, preparing scrap to spec, and maintaining equipment through inspections and preventive maintenance. Known for strong teamwork, problem-solving, and a commitment to Gerdau’s safety, environmental, and core values.
Key Skills:
• Mobile & magnet crane operation
• Scrap processing and grading• Equipment inspection & preventive maintenance
• Yard logistics & material handling
• Safety & environmental compliance
• Team collaboration and continuous improvement
Qualifications and Experience:
- High School Education/GED preferred.
- Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
Salary & Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Financial Project Office Leader
Tampa, Florida, United States
Florida
33607
YOUR CONTRIBUTION:
- The primary focus of this role is to use your Digital IT expertise to enhance the performance of the business and to enable its digital transformation strategy
- Serve as the IT leader within the assigned business processes for strategy development, solution discovery, project implementation, and IT support operations
- Oversee demand management execution and be accountable for approved Digital IT initiatives used to aid in overseeing processes, timelines, tasks, and user resources, and
- Deliver reliable, high-performance solutions, as well as identify cost and productivity improvements and increase the value of the Digital IT investment portfolio, driving a long-term view on technology investments
- Act as a technologist and a catalyst of digital transformation to increase business agility and enable the strategy of the company, as well as the key liaison for all Digital IT functions globally
- Lead and manage the area team and vendors to develop and improve technology-enabled business capabilities while delivering reliable, high-performance IT systems
- Identify cost and productivity improvements while increasing the value of the IT investment portfolio and driving a long-term view on technology investments
- Nurture relationships with the user community and leadership to maintain constant communication for Digital IT to understand business conditions, operational challenges, and potential opportunities where Digital IT may be leveraged to enhance business performance
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with business leaders to gain their active support for the transformation agenda
- Develop and implement Digital IT roadmaps, such as projects and enhancements while developing solution concepts and business cases for new investments ensuring success within the organization
- Perform business analysis, prepare recommendations, and business plans as needed
- Oversee the launch of solutions and maximize the positive impact on the organizationwhile managing the budget, project portfolio, and KPIs
- Adhere to reference architectures and standards, as well as ensure a smooth transition to sustain functions
- Lead and manage the team while providing active support for their personal development, as well as managing the budget, product portfolio, and KPIs
- Build a strong relationship with IT strategic partners in managed service model and promote collaboration
YOUR EXPERTISE:
- Customer-Centric – Focus efforts to ensure internal and external customers thrive
- Communication and Persuasion – Possess solid communication and persuasion skills essential to success in this position. You will represent the Digital IT group effectively and employ negotiation skills that build organizational consensus around a specific course of action while identifying communication barriers and taking action to facilitate mutual understanding.
- Business Acumen – Acknowledge the impact of your actions in local and global contexts while working to generate sustainable value (economic, social, and environmental) for the organization. In addition, you should understand basic business processes and possess the ability to identify and develop workflows and process maps for continual improvement and waste elimination within the business.
- Technical Expertise – Understand all IT functions, cloud technologies, and services in use, and become familiar with the current direction in the infrastructure market
- Strategic Thinking and Vision – Possess a clear sense of the direction of the organization and understand what will create a competitive advantage for the business in the future. Distinguish tactical issues from strategic ones and take action while effectively translating strategic imperatives at the macro level into initiatives and priorities.
- Simplistic Agility – Foster simplicity and agility to look for ways to streamline work and processes to become more effective and efficient while developing new ideas quickly
- Global Perspective – Ability to successfully operate in a global IT organization bringing perspective to daily work while leveraging relationships, expertise, and opportunities across borders taking the company’s strategy and priorities into consideration.
- Accountability – Take initiative and assume personal accountability and ownership for goals, outcomes, and deadlines holding others accountable for achieving individual and organizational objectives.
- Analysis – Possess critical thinking ability and deal systematically with input from a variety of sources to suggest alternative approaches to unfamiliar situations or concepts, as well as strong analytical skills, including an understanding of business economics and financial resources.
- Supplier Management – Possess the ability to engage and manage suppliers as needed for discovery, modeling, implementation, and support.
YOUR CREDENTIALS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5 years of programming, systems analysis or implementation experience
- 2 years of experience managing or leading teams
- Experience in manufacturing companies is a plus
- Experience with full-cycle SAP implementations preferred
- Experience in Managed Services Model is a plus
- Knowledge of IT processes, IT functions (development, infrastructure, security, governance), and technology (cloud, big data, architecture, APIs)
- Knowledge of Agile, Project Management, and Innovation processes
YOUR SPECIFIC CREDENTIALS:
Finance and Procurement Value Stream Leader:
- Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (ECC or S4/Hana) and solid functional experience with the SAP Modules FI and CO (Finance, Accounting, and Tax)
- Desirable knowledge of Procurement processes, SAP MM, and SAP Ariba
People Value Stream Leader:
- Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (ECC or S4/Hana) and solid functional experience with the SAP and HR Modules (OM, PA, PY, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of SAP Success Factors
- Knowledge of Time and Attendance solutions (Kronos / UKG Workforce Central)
Customer Success and S&OP Leader:
- Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (ECC or S4/Hana) and solid functional experience with the SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), Logistics, and SAP WMS (Warehouse Management)
- Strong Knowledge of Advanced Planner and Scheduling (APS) solutions, preferably SAP APO or SAP IBP
- Desirable knowledge of full Order to Cash process
- Desirable knowledge of Sales and Operational Planning (S&OP), Forecast Plan processes
Industrial:
- Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (ECC or S4/Hana) and solid functional experience with SAP Production Planning (PP) – Discrete Manufacturing and Repetitive Manufacturing, SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and SAP Quality Management (QM)
- Strong knowledge of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and Industrial Environments
- Desirable knowledge of SAP Materials Management (MM) impacting production processes and SAP Product Costing (CO-PC))
- Desirable knowledge of production planning and execution
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
We’re Hiring: CDL Class A Driver– Join Our Team!
Do you enjoy working outdoors and operating large mobile equipment? Are you detail-oriented and knowledgeable about DOT regulations? If so, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Bring
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Class A CDL (Tanker and HazMat endorsements are a plus)
- Minimum of 9 months experience operating large mobile equipment or hauling vehicles
- Comfort using smartphone/GPS technology
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office; SAP experience is an asset)
- Knowledge of traffic regulations and load restrictions
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Flexibility to work in various weather conditions
- Strong customer service skills
What You’ll Do
- Safely operate diesel straight trucks and tractor/trailers (roll-off, dump, and van trailers)
- Pick up and deliver steel products and materials to suppliers and customers
- Follow established procedures while ensuring full compliance with DOT regulations
- Read and work from invoices, shipping tickets, and electronic instructions
- Maintain accurate driver logs, trip reports, and inspection reports
- Assist with loading/unloading, secure loads properly, and ensure safe transport
- Maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers and vendors
- Perform routine vehicle cleaning and basic upkeep
What the Role Involves
- Consistent focus and attention to detail while driving and handling loads
- Physical activity including securing loads and assisting with unloading
- Working in a variety of weather conditions, with most time spent in a truck cab
- Exposure to normal driving conditions including noise, vibration, and fumes
Salary & Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
If you’re a reliable, safety-focused driver who takes pride in your work, we’d love to connect.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Procurement Change Management & Training
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
Basic Function
The Procurement Change Management & Training Lead is responsible for enabling the successful adoption of new Procurement initiatives by leading change management, training, onboarding, and sustainment activities. This role ensures that Procurement stakeholders understand upcoming changes, are properly trained, and consistently apply new processes, systems, and policies in daily operations.
Reporting directly to Procurement leadership, this position serves as the central owner for Procurement change enablement, adoption tracking, and continuous capability development.
Scope
:
- Apply to all Procurement initiatives, including systems, tools, process changes, policy updates, and transformation efforts
- Supports buyers, category managers, analysts, and Procurement leadership across Direct Materials, Indirect/MRO, Capex, and Services
- Engage stakeholders after project initiation through stabilization and sustainment
- Operates across multiple concurrent initiatives with varying levels of complexity
- Acts as a centralized enablement function rather than supporting a single category or project
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Identify impacted stakeholder groups for each Procurement initiative and assess change impacts
- Develop and execute structured stakeholder engagement and communication plans
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders on initiative status, expectations, and upcoming changes
- Partner with project managers and initiative leads to identify readiness risks and mitigation actions
- Support leaders in driving alignment and reinforcing change adoption
Training & Enablement
- Own training strategy and execution for Procurement initiatives, including systems, processes, and policies
- Coordinate development, maintenance, and delivery of training materials such as job aids, guides, presentations, and recorded sessions
- Ensure all Procurement training content is accurate, aligned with approved processes, and kept up to date
- Organize and deliver live or virtual training sessions as required
Adoption Tracking & Re‑Training
- Track and report adoption metrics, including training completion, usage indicators, feedback, and issue trends
- Identify adoption gaps or areas of resistance and coordinate targeted retraining or reinforcement efforts
- Support post‑implementation stabilization and long‑term sustainment of changes
Onboarding & Continuous Capability Development
- Own Procurement onboarding enablement and ensure new team members receive consistent, role‑appropriate training
- Partner with Procurement leaders and subject‑matter experts to identify recurring capability gaps and training needs
- Support continuous improvement of Procurement enablement frameworks and training approaches
Collaboration & Governance
- Work closely with Procurement leadership, category teams, digital/system owners, and project managers
- Ensure change and training activities remain aligned with overall Procurement priorities
- Escalate adoption risks, training gaps, or readiness concerns Procurement leadership as appropriate
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Change Management, or a related field
- 3–6 years of experience supporting change management, training, enablement, transformation, or program support roles
- At least 3 years of Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba, including one or more of:
- Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP)
- Guided Sourcing
- Supplier Management
- Supplier Registration
- Procurement Operations Support
- Experience supporting system implementations, process changes, or cross‑functional initiatives
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences
- Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities simultaneously
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred
- Experience working in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related environment
- Familiarity with change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Prosci, Kotter)
- Experience tracking adoption metrics and using data to inform training or change decisions
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint); familiarity with learning or collaboration platforms is a plus
Mobile Equipment Operator- Scrap Yard
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Mobile Equipment Operator
Do you love to work outdoors and drive large equipment? Are you detail-oriented and knowledgeable about mobile equipment? Do you want to work in a rugged and exciting environment? Join us as we build the future and the Gerdau We Are Creating.
$73000 / year which includes hourly pay of $21.16 hr to start and after probation increase to $22.88 hr, biweekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 hours of annual scheduled overtime.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
You Have:
- Successful completion of an entrance exam.
- Basic computer and math skills.
- 1-3 years manufacturing or industrial experience.
- Flexibility to work a 12 hour rotating schedule with days, nights and two consecutive weekends a month.
Your Purpose:
You will operate all mobile equipment including loaders, man-lifts, forklifts, and cranes to transfer material in the metal scrap yard.
Your Work:
- Perform daily preventative maintenance on vehicles and mobile equipment.
- Perform minor mechanical repairs to mobile equipment and maintain a clean work area.
- Visually inspect scrap for non-conformities.
- Load scrap buckets, trucks, and railcars within safe load capacity.
- Maintain communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
- Assist maintenance personnel as needed.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
- Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule including days, nights and weekends.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Melt Shop Operator
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
Empowering people who build the future.
Salary:
$64000 / year (includes base hourly rate plus scheduled overtime, biweekly production bonus and shift premiums).
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health Savings Account with company contributions & Flex Spending Accounts
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Incentive programs that include bi-weekly production bonuses
- Career Progression System with Training & Development
- Paid uniforms and all PPE required
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Job Summary:
Primarily responsible for maintaining and stocking consumables for the Furnace or Caster, general housekeeping duties (includes 5S and cleaning), assisting other furnace operators as needed and may be responsible for collecting and running slag samples.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Unload trucks and stock supplies and/or consumables.
- Operate/stock temperature and sampling device used to take temperatures, oxygen readings and steel samples.
- May also take care of slag pots/pits as needed (i.e clean out pits with shovels, water, et).
- Assist in maintaining refractory (patching or gunning).
- Maintain runner/tap hole.
- Build and add electrodes.
- Record data in production systems.
- Communicate with team members.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform daily preventative maintenance and maintain records and inspection on vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
- Assist in training of coworkers as needed.
- Operate mobile equipment (may include overhead cranes) to transfer product and materials, while following all safety rules and regulations.
- Perform general 5S activities in the work area.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and carry out instructions.
- Specific working knowledge of the steelmaking process and basic math preferred.
- Ability to use simple specifications, dials, and gauges to regulate electricity and water flow.
- Specialized experience in work on electric steel furnace is preferred.
- People/leadership skills and ability to lead by example
You Have:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
- Ability to lift objects of various dimensions and weights.
- Ability to tolerate whole body vibration.
- Ability to operate hand controls with both hands.
- Ability to operate foot pedals with both feet.
- Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching on occasional basis.
- Ability to tolerate extreme ambient temperatures ranging from 0°F to 160°F.
- Ability to tolerate working in cramped quarters and at heights.
- Ability to tolerate a swing shift work schedule.
- Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.
- The desire to learn new roles and grow with the company
- Ability to use simple specifications, dials, and gauges to regulate electricity and water flow.
- 1 year of industrial or manufacturing experience to include operating heavy mobile equipment
- Flexibility to work a rotating 12 hr shift, days, nights and weekends
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.
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Maintenance Mechanic-lancaster, Sc
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States
South Carolina
29720
Maintenance Mechanic I - Lancaster, SC
Are you looking for a new career that offers challenges and the opportunity to learn new skills and promotions? Do you like performing a wide range and variety of maintenance and repair operations, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and working with your hands? Join Gerdau as we build the future!
Competitive pay $80000 - $95000 / year. Benefits start immediately.
** 3rd Shift **
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Bonuses
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED
- Basic math skills
- 1-3 years of industrial maintenance experience required
- Flexibility to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Mechanically inclined
- Ability to work from 6pm to 6am. Monday thru Friday and an occasional Saturday
- Desire to learn
Your Purpose:
You will be performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks necessary to keep the plant property, equipment, machinery and tools in good operating condition; diagnose problems and work in many varied and diversified capacities required in general maintenance, overhaul, and repair of plant equipment, processes, and facilities. Requires a general knowledge of electronics and electrical systems to include basic electrical repairs as needed or directed. Plan and schedule plant and equipment maintenance activities to minimize disruption to plant production and material handling activities with some supervision and direction provided by the Plant Manager. Major mechanical repairs, installation, and/or electrical repairs may require outside vendors or assistance from a Master Maintenance Mechanic.
Required Skills: Welding, Fabricating, Industrial Electrical & Maintenance
Your Work:
- Work involves diversified duties, highly variable, requiring considerable care and judgment to effectively and efficiently diagnose, dismantle, repair, lubricate, reassemble, or otherwise perform general maintenance activities to include pipefitter, welder, Fabricating millwright, assembler, carpenter, plumber, and installer skills and abilities. Work will include electrical repair and wiring.
- Implement and maintain the division’s preventive maintenance program with input from plant manager and manufacturer’s recommendations. Train and instruct employees on preventive maintenance activities and procedures. Inspect, adjust, clean, and/or lubricate equipment as normal part of preventive maintenance program.
- Maintain and control plant inventory levels for maintenance parts and supplies. Order parts and supplies in accordance with supervisor approval.
- Train lesser-skilled maintenance personnel on proper work methods and safety procedures when assisting with maintenance activities.
- Maintain plant equipment and maintenance records to meet Gerdau and OSHA’s safety and quality compliance standards.
- Diagnose causes of malfunctions by sight, sound, or actions of plant equipment, machinery or processes and determine corrective action to include seeking vendor assistance.
- Tear down, replace, repair, install, and assemble equipment, parts, components, and accessories. Develop and fabricate accessory fixtures or guards for machines and equipment. Adjust machine mechanisms such as feed, speed, power input or output.
- Direct and/or coordinate production employees involved in maintenance repairs.
- Machining (turning, milling, grinding, drilling) parts for use in maintenance and production.
- Work requires basic computer operator skills
- Other duties as assigned
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Melt Shop
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Salary Range: $100,000 - $121,478 per year (including hourly pay, biweekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 hrs of scheduled annual overtime)
Ready to elevate your career? Apply now and be part of our steel legacy!
About Us: Gerdau, a global leader in the steel industry, seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. Each year, we transform more than 11 million tons of recycled scrap metal into new, world-class steel products. Our mission? To manufacture top-quality steel products that meet stringent global standards across diverse sectors, including automotive, appliances, energy, construction, agriculture, machinery, and equipment.
Why Choose Gerdau?
- Impactful Work: As an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping our mills operational and our colleagues safe. Your expertise ensures the gears keep turning.
- Global Reach: Our steel travels far and wide, shaping industries worldwide. Your craftsmanship echoes across continents.
- Career Growth: At Gerdau, we invest in your development. Expect mentorship, training, and a clear career path.
- Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans from day one.
- Financial Security: 100% matching 401K up to 6%, life/accidental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Bonuses: Biweekly bonuses to recognize your hard work.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, health advocate services, and employee assistance program.
- Learning Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement and a robust career path system.
Qualifications Required:
- Technical Expertise: Proven maintenance experience (3-5 years) in an industrial setting, preferably with heavy machinery. Knowledge of AC/DC motors, gearbox mechanics, expert welding skills, and common maintenance tools.
- Collaborative Skills: Effective communication with supervisors, engineers, and production operators.
- Schedule: Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts, days, nights and two weekends a month.
- Environment: Ability to work daily in heights up to 180 feet and in intense temperatures.
Your Role:
- Precision Maintenance: Dismantle, repair, lubricate, and reassemble equipment.
- Diagnostic Skills: Detect and verify malfunctions, ensuring timely repairs.
- Preventive Maintenance: Inspect, adjust, and maintain equipment for optimal performance.
- Safety Focus: Report hazards and faulty material promptly.
We are V3 Certified!
#SteelIndustry #IndustrialMaintenance #SteelCareers #NowHiring #MechanicJobOpportunity #BoilerMaker
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Logistics Operator
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
Empowering people who build the future.
Salary:
$64000 / year (includes base hourly rate plus scheduled overtime, biweekly production bonus and shift premiums).
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health Savings Account with company contributions & Flex Spending Accounts
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Incentive programs that include bi-weekly production bonuses
- Career Progression System with Training & Development
- Paid uniforms and all PPE required
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Job Summary:
Move finished product from rolling mill to staging area for outbound shipments with the use of mobile or material handling equipment. Assist in a variety of functions related to the Logistics Department including inventory and quality checks.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform a variety of tasks, which are routine in nature, and which require exercising care in the operation of mobile equipment, handling materials safely, and loading appropriate products in designated areas.
- Transfer stacked and bundled materials from end of rolling mill finishing operations to stock area:
- Store materials according to product, grade, size, and heat number.
- Rotate warehouse stock materials to make room for new product
- Communicate material locations for inventory accuracy.
- Operate material handling equipment to lift, move, and position product.
- Observe items for conformity regarding product size, type, and length. Looks for quality issues that can be detected with the visible eye and reports issue to the Quality department.
- Assist in physical inventory counts and daily inventory spot checks.
- Perform other duties and work assignments as required and directed. This position may be required to help and fill for other Logistics positions and job duties on a temporary basis.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
- Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules/guidelines for all tasks being performed.
- Assist in training of coworkers as needed.
- Execute general 5S activities in the work area.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Completed Gerdau safety training.
- Completed Gerdau forklift certification training and electric overhead crane training.
1-2 years manufacturing experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing or walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, push, and pull objects.
- Ability to frequently lift objects up to 15 lbs. and dunnage up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to frequently mount and dismount forklifts and cranes.
- Have passed an “applicable fit for duty” exam.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Environmental Specialist II
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
This position is open for domestic candidates only.
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Plant Environmental Manager,responsible for the implementation and
maintenance of environmental management system (EMS), environmental compliance activities and radiation
protection for the Steel Mill by assisting and advising Environmental Manager and department superintendents
on environmental matters based on knowledge of environmental regulations and counsel of Corporate
Environmental, outside attorneys, and consultants.
SCOPE
Typically Reports To: Plant Manager
Level of Supervision Exercised
Process/Project Leader without direct reports – project or process owner responsible for organizing and
coordinating work of others to achieve common results in a collaborative manner, providing guidance to
others, but without formal authority to hire, performance manage or terminate
Freedom to Act / Level of Supervision Received
General Direction – Subject to general direction and broadly defined policy objectives
Customers Supported
• Support all departments
• Budget Varies by Location
• Exposure Significant exposure from remedial costs and potential fines
• Direct Reports None
• Indirect reports Hourly technicians
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Keep up-to-date with federal, state, provincial and local environmental regulations.
• Coordinates and directs activities associated with environmental compliance and remediation.
• Coordinates and directs the radiation control program.
• Coordinates and directs compliance activities associated with any on-onsite landfill.
• Responsible for permitting activities.
• Responsible for effective supervision of hourly and exempt employees under his/her direction.
• Maintain productive relationships with mill and regulatory personnel.
• Responsible for carrying out corporate, plant and departmental policies and programs.
• Remain abreast of federal and state safety regulations.
• Monitor plant operations to detect, report and insure compliance with all environmental regulations.
• Responsible for proper, efficient, and effective work methods.
• Cooperate with other superintendents, supervisors and employees to maintain coordinated.operations.
• Responsible for implementing EMS, ECR, and KPIs. Responsible for supporting the Environmental Manager
on environmental action plans, capex projects, GBS, and safety responsibilities.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILTIES
•The Environmental Specialist II must keep up-to-date with environmental regulations and provide guidance
and assistance to Mill management to assure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local environmental
regulations and radiation procedures. This position reports directly to the Mill Environmental Manager.
Direct or dotted line (varies by location) reporting to the incumbent are non exempt/ hourly employees
assigned to tend to environmental/radiation equipment and related areas.
•The Environmental Specialist II collects, or oversees the collection of, samples and data required for various
environmental permits. The position is also responsible for preparation, submission , and timely filing of all
environmental reports, including annual Tier II, TRI, hazardous waste, superfund, Title V, NPDES, radiation
protection and various other environmental reporting which must be certified true and accurate by the
company. Additionally this position is responsible for coordinating permitting of all sources of air emissions,
landfills, wastewater discharges, solid waste management, and storm water runoff for the mill site including
any applicable contractor support functions.
•The incumbent will train employees in environmental policy, as well as participate in the development of and
adhere to Environmental Compliance Plans, such as SPCC and SWPPP. In cases where appropriate training is
not in place, the incumbent will develop new training programs and presentations. In addition, the
Environmental Specialist II will assist plant operators and engineering in the planning of new or updated
emissions control equipment or mill modifications, including review of new facilities and equipment to assure
compliance with all applicable regulations.
•The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and directing the radiation control program for all onsite
operations. This includes monitoring, calibrating, and testing all radiation detection devices and ensuring
proper response to all radiation detection alarms; developing procedures for handling radiation alarms; and
developing proceduring for responding to the possibility of a radioactive melt.
•The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and directing activities associated with any on-site landfill. This
includes performing, monitoring and testing activities; ground water monitoring; landfill inspections including
stormwater drainage, vegetative or synthetic cover, and managing design, construction, related projects,
maintenance and repairs.The Environmental Specialist II is responsible for implementing the environmental management system
(EMS), the environmental conformance rating (ECR) program, and key performance indicator (KPI)
monitoring programs. This position also actively supports the Environmental Manager in developing and implementing environmental action plans, environmental capital expenditure projects, GBS strategic
directions, and safety responsibilities.
•The Environmental Specialist II obtains and provides direction, guidance, and assistance and influences
operating departments as required to assure adherence to the environmental policy and to the Environmental
Management System (EMS) and to assure the most efficient and effective use of resources required for
remediation activities and for short-term and long-term environmental compliance in line with Company
policy and under the general direction of the Mill Environmental Manager. Due to close contact with
operating management and personnel, and federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, the position requires
the ability and maturity to effectively communicate with a variety of personalities and interests,sometimes under adversarial conditions or time constraints.
•The major challenge of this position is to implement programs,practices and procedures under the general
direction of the plant Environmental Manager to assure continuous short term and long term compliance with environmental regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum qualifications necessary at the entry to this role
and critical for the satisfactorily performance of essential duties. The education credentials must be earned from
an accredited school/college/university.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree technical college graduate Required
Certifications
Hazardous Materials Transportation
Certification Online certification Required
Wastewater Treatment Operator State License Required
Underground Storage Tank Operator State License Required
Work Experience
3 – 5 years environmental compliance area of steel mill or
similar heavy industrial operations Required
Job Specific Skills and Abilities
• Execute oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Interact effectively with others, including all levels of management
• Collaborate with others in a professional manner while attempting to achieve a common goal
• Demonstrate excellent judgement and decision making skills
• Identify areas of risk/concern in area of responsibility
• Identify needs and opportunities and develop action plans to address
• Recognize and attend to important details with accuracy and efficiency
• Possess strong clerical and data entry skills Manage multiple assignments and tasks and set priorities
• Work constructively under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlines
• Use relevant computer system applications at an intermediate level
WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work Environment
Combination of Production and Office Environments
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.
If you have any disabilities and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Rolling Mill Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
North Carolina
28269
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Charlotte, NC | Full-Time | Day Shift
Are you a hands-on leader with a strong electrical background and a passion for driving operational excellence in a heavy industrial environment? We’re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead critical operations across utilities, cranes, mobile equipment, and facilities. This role is key to ensuring safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automobile industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values safety, teamwork, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
What Your Purpose Will Be:
To be succesful in this role, you will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance and establishing a safety conscious, productive, and high performing working environment. The major role is to focus on all aspects related to safety, environmental, production, cost, quality, and people management.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and supervise electrical maintenance operations throughout the rolling mill.
- Drive predictive, preventive, and proactive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and boost productivity.
- Train and coach team members in safety, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure seamless operations and equipment reliability.
- Conduct performance audits, trend analysis, and implement corrective action plans.
- Administer safety programs and emergency preparedness procedures.
- Utilize Maintenance Management Software and CAD tools for planning and documentation.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred) OR 7+ years of relevant electrical experience in lieu of a degree.
- 3–5 years of supervisory experience in industrial manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC systems, motors, transformers, and mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of large AC and DC Drives (preferred).
- Knowledge of medium voltage switchgears and transformers (preferred).
- Experience with SCADA and PLC systems (preferred).
- Experience With industrial air/fuel furnaces would be helpful.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, and maintenance software tools.
- A leadership mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and team development.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a high-performing team in a dynamic, safety-first environment.
- Lead impactful projects that drive real operational improvements.
- Grow your career with opportunities for advancement and professional development.
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
A
bout Us
Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 11.5 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod. Gerdau is the largest recycler in the World. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future.
Why you'll love it here
At Gerdau it’s all about the people. Gerdau's growth is based on our purpose and on a vision focused on excellence. The measures of performance are customer satisfaction, the personal and professional growth of each employee, our communities, and the World. Our culture thrives by embracing diversity, encouraging innovation and creating products that serve humanity.
COME JOIN OUR TEAM...... We are currently looking for a Human Resource Generalist II at our Selkirk, MB facility.
Job summary:
Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, we are looking for an experienced HR professional with a collaborative approach to supporting employees, fostering positive workplace relationships and delivering efficient HR services at Gerdau's Manitoba operations - Mill, Recycling, Bradley and MFT.
Responsibilities:
- HR Policies /Procedures - Develop / Implement / Administer human resources plans and procedures for all location personnel
- Communications - Coordinate employee communication to promote employee understanding of programs, policies and objectives
- Employee / Labour Relations - Counsel supervisory personnel on employee relation matters, including employee discipline and resolution of employee grievances
- Recruitment and Selection - Conduct recruitment effort for open positions and support hiring managers in the selection process
- Compensation - Ensure uniform interpretation and application of wage and salary policy to provide internally equitable employee compensation
- Training and Development - Assist in identifying training needs and work with corporate training team to implement programs
- Engagement - Organize employee engagement activities
- Benefits - Perform benefits administration and communicating benefits information to employees
- Performance Management - Coordinate performance reviews and performance improvement processes for all employees
- Career and Succession (C&S) - Coordinate C&S cycles, local people development committees
- Record Keeping - Establish and maintain adequate personnel records for past and present employees
- Goal Setting - Participate in developing department goals, objectives and systems
- Compliance - Maintain compliance with provincial and federal regulations concerning employment
Requirements:
- CPHR or an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline
- Strong knowledge of HR principles, policies, employment legislation and best practices of HR administration
- A minium of 5-7 years of Human Resource experience
- Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment operating on a 24/7 schedule would be considered an asset
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Exceptional organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Additional Incentives:
This is a permanent full-time Monday to Friday position
Gerdau offers excellent benefits including:
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, short & long term disability
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Defined Contribution RRSP/RPP with company matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Organizational Development Specialist
Tampa, Florida, United States
Florida
33607
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Basic Function (Primary Purpose):
This position reports to the Organization Development Manager. The Sr Organizational Development Specialist is responsible for defining the strategy and coordinating the learning and development process for Gerdau North America. This position functions as a process expert, acts as a liaison with the Global Center of Expertise and supports the Field HR. The Sr OD Specialist also monitors, maintains, and reports the effectiveness of programs and tools, and seeks continuous improvement and alignment with Gerdau.
Scope:
This position will be responsible for providing guidance and functional support to Field HR (Managers and Generalists) in learning and development, pipeline processes, culture management, and engagement. The focus will be on designing and developing solutions, which HR will implement in their assigned customer groups, aligned with our objectives of creating hi-performing teams, and a Cyber Powered organization. The company’s projects and priorities will determine which Organizational Development processes this position will be responsible for at any given time, and therefore, this position must have the ability to be cross-functional and adapt to changing priorities.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinates the learning process, governance, and ecosystem for North America (US and Canada).
- Analyzes training needs of the organization and formulates development solutions.
- Supports and assists implementation of programs to develop and retain employees.
- Supports engagement and culture initiatives as well as improvement of employee experience.
- Supports and assists in the design and implementation of pipeline programs.
- Develop training content and supervise their development by outside suppliers.
- Manages training and development vendors, resources, systems, tools, and budget.
- Facilitates internal workshops and leadership training.
- Manages the Learning Management System - Success Factors for North America.
- Updates and maintains training catalogs, curricula’s, content, and training plans.
- Monitors and reports the effectiveness of training as well as other OD programs.
- Customizes and implements learning and pipeline initiatives from the Global Center of Expertise.
- Supports and develops Field HR in the strategy and execution of the processes mentioned above.
Qualifications and Educational requirements(s):
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in Human Resources or Organizational Development, preferably with experience and knowledge in learning and development.
- Ability to design and develop training and development programs.
- Demonstrated digital mindset, with the ability to effectively adopt and leverage digital tools, data, and technology‑enabled ways of working.
- Knowledgeable of tools and trends in learning and development.
- Training facilitation skills.
- Computer skills including Office 365
- Knowledge and experience with Learning Management Systems, preferably Success Factors as well as authoring tools.
- Creativity and openness to change.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to influence others.
- Ability to be responsive and focus on assisting and supporting field HR and other internal customers.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Process Engineer - Melt Shop (steel Manufacturing)
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Ready to make a direct impact on steelmaking operations? Gerdau is seeking a Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives within our Melt Shop. This role is ideal for an engineering professional who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, optimizing processes, leading projects, and driving measurable results in a fast-paced steel production environment.
As a key member of the operations team, you will partner with production leaders, maintenance teams, and plant management to improve safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost performance. You will serve as a change agent, helping implement best practices, standardization, and continuous improvement methodologies that support operational excellence.
Why Gerdau?
You will have the opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in a world-class manufacturing environment while building your career with a global leader with the lowest embodied carbon steel in the U.S. We value innovation, teamwork, safety, and continuous development, and we're looking for professionals who are passionate about making a lasting impact.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance/STD/LTD
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on Melt Shop operations and performance.
- Analyze production and process data to identify trends, opportunities, and root causes of recurring issues.
- Reduce process variation and improve operational reliability through data-driven problem solving.
- Develop, implement, and maintain process standards, systems, and best practices.
- Manage and support CAPEX projects from planning through execution.
- Collaborate with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve equipment, processes, and overall plant performance.
- Facilitate employee training on continuous improvement methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
- Coach and develop employees on Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, QIS, Failure Analysis, and other improvement tools.
- Support annual business planning, goal development, and strategic improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical expertise and consulting to operations teams on process optimization and performance improvement.
- Promote and support a strong culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Materials Science, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience, OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6-8 years of relevant experience.Experience must be in steel manufacturing, heavy industrial, or process manufacturing environments.Knowledge of standardization and production quality methods required.
- Strong knowledge of steelmaking and Melt Shop operations.
- Experience in scrap processing, melting, casting, rolling, maintenance, finishing, or related manufacturing operations.
- Proven success leading continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.
- Experience managing or supporting CAPEX projects.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
- Strong communication, presentation, coaching, and leadership skills.
- Ability to influence change and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Apply today if you are ready to lead change, solve complex challenges, and help shape the future of steel manufacturing.
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Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunities 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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Title: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFTEY INTERN
Empowering people who build the future.
POSITION: Occupational Health and Safety Internship (G. Start)
LOCATION: Whitby, ON
VACANCIES: 1
DEPARTMENT: Health and Safety
HOURLY RATE: $ 27.00 / hr.
ABOUT US:
Gerdau is a major steel manufacturing company, operating in 10 countries, and employing over 30,000 individuals. The North American business divisions (Gerdau Long Steel North America and Gerdau Specialty Steel North America) produce long and special steel products for the agriculture, energy, industrial, automotive, and manufacturing markets. We stimulate the economy through our network of recycling operations and mills, operating ten mills in the U.S. and three in Canada. Our mills utilize efficient and clean production practices, including the use of electric arc furnace (EAF) technology. The use of this technology and its process makes our steel one of the greenest choices available.
ABOUT G. START, GERDAU'S NEXT GENERATION:
Gerdau is seeking university students to participate in our G. Start program. G. Start is a paid internship program with the goal of developing students for future technical and managerial positions. G. Start internships are project-focused and mutually beneficial. G. Start is a program that values the diversity and inclusion of our business and society.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
An Intern with Gerdau must have an eagerness to grow personally and professionally, being a part of a global company with more than 120 years of entrepreneurship and achievements in the steel industry. This program is for individuals with high learning agility and willingness to adapt and develop continuously, who aim at consistently outperforming in a variety of settings and circumstances.
- Pursing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Human Resources or related from a recognized accredited college or university. Candidates MUST be returning to full-time studies following this internship.
- Record of high academic achievement (GPA 3.0 or higher preferred).
- Well-rounded applicants with leadership roles in student organizations or extra-curricular activities.
- Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the country of hire without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment.
- Candidates much demonstrate leadership potential, strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This position will be a full-time, 4, 6, 12 or 16-month long internship opportunity.
This job opportunity is fully onsite. There are no opportunities for remote work. Candidates MUST be in commutable distance from the facility located at 1 Gerdau Court in Whitby, ON.
MAIN RESPONSIBLITES:
- Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify hazards, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and promote a safe working environment.
- Lead and support incident investigations, including root cause analysis, and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Perform risk assessments to evaluate workplace hazards and recommend effective control measures to mitigate risks.
- Assist in the development, coordination, and delivery of safety training programs to enhance employee awareness and compliance.
- Analyze health and safety data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepare reports to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct contractor compliance audits to ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Process Engineer - Mechanical
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Are you ready to seize an exhilarating, hands-on opportunity to leave your mark on a variety of process improvement projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join Gerdau, the first North American steel company to achieve B Corp Certification, and contribute to producing steel bars with the lowest embodied carbon in the U.S. Elevate your career with Gerdau, where your curiosity, imagination, and expertise will drive our ongoing transformation into the future.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Purpose:
As a Mechanical Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the oversight, contribution to, and support all the trainings and development activities for employees at the mill. You will be responsible for CAPEX projects and compiling and analyzing project data with a moderate scope of responsibility for material manufacturing processes as well as the equipment utilized in the manufacturing process.
Your Work:
- Maintain goal and project data bases. Perform trend analysis on the performance data as well as identify commonalities within the data.
- Participate and contribute to the achievement of department goals including goal setting.
- Facilitate training sessions for all employees on the improvement methodologies, tools, policies, practices, and processes.
- Develop and coach employees on capabilities and knowledge in the application of the Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Collaborate with Routine Managers on subjects pertaining to the Gerdau processes, improve standards, CAPEX standards, audits, 5S initiatives, failure analysis, results management, QIS, FA, 6 Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
- Identify and solve chronic/repetitive problems and failures as well as reduce process variation.
- Assist with the development of the Annual Action Plan, and the administration of established policies, practices, and procedures.
- Prepare and approve standards from CAPEX and improvement initiatives.
- Implement and coordinate CAPEX projects, and Annual Action Plan Improvement Projects.
- Oversee, contribute to, and support daily improvement management activities, which include providing timely and accurate cost estimates on proposed improvement efforts.
- Provide consulting services to the departments on improvement methodologies and tools. Design new and revamp existing structures, systems, and equipment.
- Provide support in implementation, maintenance, and follow up on the vertical and horizontal help chain.
- Assist with all safety activities.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Materials Science, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience, OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6-8 years of relevant experience.Experience must be in steel manufacturing, heavy industrial, or process manufacturing environments.Knowledge of standardization and production quality methods required.
- Strong working knowledge of steel manufacturing methods and techniques involving the use of heavy mill machinery.
- Previous qualifying experience in scrap processing, melting, casting, rolling, maintenance, finishing, shipping/warehouse operations, and supervisory/facilitation a must.
- Ability to train, motivate, and serve as a coach to employees.
- Ability to articulate ideas, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies a plus.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Regional Procurement Manager
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Regional Procurement Manager | Manufacturing Operations
Ready to lead and shape procurement strategy? We're seeking a strategic procurement leader to drive cost savings, supplier performance, operational excellence, and team development in our Midlothian, TX mill. This role will partner with operations, finance, engineering, and executive leadership to optimize total cost of ownership and support business growth.
We Have:
A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
100% Matching 401K up to 6%
Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Career Path System and Training
An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
What You'll Do:
- Lead SPOT procurement operations for indirect materials, service, and all commodities
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier partnerships
- Drive cost reduction, working capital improvement, and supply continuity
- Manage contracts, supplier performance, quality, and risk mitigation
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team of 6
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational and financial objectives
Qualifications Required:
- Four year degree in Business, Engineering or Economics
- 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing and 2 years of supervisory experience
- Expertise in strategic sourcing, negotiations, supplier management, and category strategies
- Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
- ERP experience (SAP preferred)
- Ability to lead negotiations
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- CPSM, CPM, or related certification preferred
Travel: 10-20%
Join a team where procurement is a strategic driver of operational excellence, cost optimization, and business performance.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Mechanical Maintenance A
Duluth, Minnesota, United States
Minnesota
55802
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary:
Performs maintenance necessary to keep plant, equipment, machinery, and tools in good operating condition. Work involves a wide range of methods and procedures on a variety of routine and non-routine duties to diagnose, dismantle, repair, lubricate, and reassemble equipment adequately and accurately. Troubleshoots basic mechanical assemblies to determine whether a pump, gearbox, hydraulic system, or pneumatic system can be repaired, or replaced.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works from drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, machine operation and maintenance manuals, work order requests, and oral instructions to install, adjust, repair, and perform assigned maintenance duties.
- Position, fit and weld components to assemble structural forms, machinery frames, plant equipment, attachments or accessories, and building parts according to blueprints or knowledge of structural and metal characteristics.
- Utilizes various specialty cutting and welding equipment.
- Troubleshoots and services pumps, gear boxes, motors, cranes, and hydraulic, and pneumatic systems as needed at an intermediate level.
- Periodically inspects conditions of plant operating machines and equipment for preventative maintenance purposes.
- Inspects and performs routine equipment care on all shop machinery, mobile equipment, and cranes.
- Tears down, replaces, repairs, installs, and assembles simple equipment parts, components, and accessories.
- Cuts, bends, and threads conduit, pipe, and tubing.
- Maintains specified records of work performed, details of repairs, and material usage.
- Requires interpretation of schematics/blueprints at an intermediate level.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Operates mobile equipment to lift and transport materials including loaders, cranes, man-lifts, brick-lift, and forklifts.
- Ensures daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles/mobile equipment to include fueling, cleaning, checking and adding fluid as needed.
- Follows all PPE requirements and safety rules/guidelines for all tasks being performed. Assists in training of coworkers as needed.
- Maintains communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
- Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
- Engagement in GBS tools and methodology.
- Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- AAS in industrial maintenance and maintenance reliability certifications are preferred.
- Verifiable maintenance technical training.
- Understanding of shop mathematics with the use of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and precision measuring instruments.
- Experience working in an industrial environment in a position containing a routine maintenance component.
- 3 to 5 years of heavy industrial mechanical maintenance experience.
- Advanced knowledge of the following maintenance disciplines: AC/DC motors, gear box mechanics, lubrication principles, welding, cutting torch, NFPA 70E, and common maintenance hand tools.
- Intermediate knowledge of pumps, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, stick and tig welding and rigging principles.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision coverage starts day 1
- 401k, with 6% company match, begins day 1
- Company paid short- and long-term disability along with life insurance.
- Weekly pay
- Generous vacation time available immediately
- Supplemental benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance along with Identity Protection and Legal Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Uniforms provided along with a Safety Boot allowance
- Paternity leave
- Employee Discount program
- Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development Assistance, and a Scholarship program
- Flexible Spending, Health Savings, and Dependent Care accounts available
- Pet Insurance options
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects. Reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
- Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching, and to work in cramped quarters and at heights.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule including days, nights and weekends.
- Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Yard Operator I - Mr
Milan, Tennessee, United States
Tennessee
38358
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary:
The Yard Operator has a variety of duties and a broad skill set that makes this position an important part of operational needs. The Yard Operator requires knowledge of scrap grading, or have the ability to learn. The Yard Operator will assist in several aspects of daily operational needs such as scrap inspection, ferrous and non-ferrous purchasing, mobile equipment operation, and performing general maintenance duties.
The Yard Operator will be expected to safely operate a material handling crane or loader in order to accomplish daily tasks. They must communicate regularly with the scale, supervisor, other coworkers, and customers about the quality of material and shipping requirements.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow all established Gerdau Safety, Environmental, and Routine procedures specific to the yard.
- Work involves a variety of tasks, simple through moderately complex in nature, requiring some care to ensure correct procedures are being followed.
- Ensure that all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and that all material that fails the scan is quarantined and the appropriate personnel are notified.
- Operate the loader and/or the material handler to assist in loading and unloading scrap material, while following the quality standards of Gerdau and the customer.
- Ensure that all incoming scrap inspected against quality, and environmental standards and appropriate deductions and downgrades are applied. Communicate findings with the scale in a timely manner.
- Inspect and verify scrap for grade and quality. Identify deductions and downgrades.
- Ensure that all outbound materials meets safety and quality standards.
- Perform and document daily Routine Equipment Care (REC).
- Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, safety, and/or improper operation of plant equipment or machinery; refer questionable and unusual matters to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clear and orderly fashion.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau.
- Participation in daily safety routine.
Locations with Rail:
- For Operations that have rail; shift full and empty cars, operate locomotive, activate switches, couple and uncouple cars, and set brakes or wheel blocks as requested, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist in monthly inventory counts (where applicable)
- Assist maintenance personnel in the performance of equipment repairs as required or directed.
- Operate the Baler Operation.
- Assist in nonferrous processing; including segregation of materials to upgrade products. For example: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, etc.
- Assist co-workers in daily operational duties that are essential to the yard in terms of safety, efficiency, and profitability.
- Stage and remove material for torching with a material handler (where applicable).
- Problem solving input and contributions as required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Desire to enhance skills and knowledge to develop as a Gerdau employee
- Promote and practice the core values of Gerdau
- High School Education preferred.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Contract Administrator
Jackson, Tennessee, United States
Tennessee
38305
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Business Support Analyst to support all aspects of account coordination related to scrap purchase and sales contracts and other Metals Recycling business processes. This role serves as a key liaison between Commercial, Operations, Logistics, Accounting, vendors, and customers to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable execution of business activities while delivering exceptional customer service. Reporting directly to the Business Support Supervisor, the Business Support Analyst will coordinate cross-functional processes, drive compliance and operational excellence, mitigate risk, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the business. Key Responsibilities Customer & Vendor Relationship Management
Process Coordination & Compliance
Financial & Contract Administration
Account & Inventory Management
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Qualifications Education
Experience & Skills
Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
Join our team and play a vital role in supporting our Metals Recycling operations through exceptional customer service, process excellence, and business support expertise. | |
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Job Title: SHREDDER COPPER PICKER
About Us
Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the Company serves a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes and fabricated steel to its customers throughout the US and Canada. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future. The Gerdau Whitby Shredder has been a part of the local community for over 60 years.
What Gerdau Offers You:
- Copper Picker Hourly Rate: $23.82/hr
- Pension: $3.55/hr worked paid by the Company (on top of hourly rate)
- Benefits: premiums paid by the Company
- Life insurance, AD&D, Medical & Dental, Vision
- Optional life insurances
- Corporate Discounts
- ComPsych Guidance Resources Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Afternoon shift premium: $1.00/hr
- Night shift premium $1.30/hr
- Overtime opportunities
- Vacation pay every pay cheque
- Advancement opportunities
- All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is supplied and maintained by the Company.
Main Responsibilities:
- Hand pick items such as copper bearings, wire harnesses, rags, dirt, rubber, foam, etc. place into separate containers
- Operate and routine inspection of mobile equipment.
- Monitor and report operating condition of production equipment, as required.
- Complete and submit checklists or equipment care documents associated with assigned task(s)
- Job performed primarily in standing/static position
- Rotating shiftwork
- Wearing heavy clothing, as required and job appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Assist in maintenance planned/unplanned tasks as required
- Assist in tasks to support production efficiencies and up time
- Assist with plant housekeeping efforts and perform other duties and work assignments as required and directed. When operating mobile equipment follow all prescribed safety guidelines
- Perform daily checks to ensure equipment is maintained in proper working order.
- Working at heights
- Working in adverse weather conditions.
What you have:
- Ability to work 8-hour rotating shifts between afternoons & nights
- Must have a high school diploma/GED
- Must be able to work in a team environment and communicate effectively
- Must have good attendance and work ethic
- Must be physically able to perform in a labour-intensive environment
- Must have 1 - 3 years of Heavy Industrial or Manufacturing
In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Metals Recycling Buyer II
Sikeston, Missouri, United States
Missouri
63801
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Scrap Buyer II
JOB SUMMARY:
The position is primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap appropriate for steelmaking. Under the immediate direction of Manager – Raw Materials, the incumbent will be responsible for executing the approved plan to accomplish the objective of minimizing overall of maximizing return for the operations.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
This position is primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap in an economical and efficient manner. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective relations with available suppliers including active solicitation of new supply sources, within assigned region. The supplier base will include established accounts, casual peddlers, auto wreckers, and other generators of scrap metal.
This position reports directly to the Regional Raw Materials Manager and has a functional reporting relationship to the local Division Manager. The incumbent will coordinate activities with other personnel, transportation, scrap inspection and accounting personnel.
Qualifications for this position include a minimum of 2 -3 year of relevant experience with 1 year experience directly related to buying and selling scrap. In addition, incumbent should possess knowledge of sources and grades of raw materials, along with some knowledge of transportation issues and scrap yard operations.
The incumbent must be a self-starter with the ability to initiate business and must possess strong negotiating, communication, math and problem-solving skills. Candidate must function effectively both independently and as a member of a cross-functional team. High ethical standards and a strong work ethic are key attributes. Incumbent will support commercial practices based on established policies to ensure fair, ethical and productive relationships with suppliers. This position requires regular weekly travel to complete job duties and maintain an effective network of vendors, mill personnel, and industry organizations.
The incumbent’s primary responsibility is the cost-effective procurement of scrap. The Incumbent must stay abreast of current market trends and be aware of regional scrap markets and competitive situations/practices. Requires utilizing a network of sources to understand market activity and determine the needs of the mill/s supplied. The incumbent will procure scrap based on the specific terms of purchase contracts within established policies and procedures, reviews and/or approves the incoming invoices and document vendor performance. This position also serves as a liaison between Yard personnel and scrap suppliers. This position will provide commercial information used in analyzing inventory requirements
As required, the incumbent will inspect and address scrap quality issues that arise at the Yard site. May be required to educate and communicate specifications, commercial terms/conditions, and safety and environmental compliance requirements to vendors, shippers, and inspection personnel.
Incumbent must be knowledgeable in the computer systems and procedures used to receive, handle and pay for scrap throughout the Company and assist in resolving any problems that may arise with vendors. Candidate must actively coordinate any such issues with appropriate administrative and accounting personnel.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Recruit new supply sources for scrap in the local regional market.
2. Primarily responsible for the procurement of scrap Metals.
3. Incumbent will maintain effective business relationships with current supplier base and seek out new sources of scrap that will assist in meeting procurement objectives within established policies and procedures.
4. Incumbent will support commercial practices based on established policies to ensure fair, ethical and productive relationships with suppliers.
5. Stay abreast of current market trends and competitive situations/practices in order to meet the needs of the operations supplied.
6. Provide information to management and Transportation to help develop cost avoidance and savings opportunities in the purchase, transportation and processing of scrap.
7. Serve as liaison between plant management and scrap suppliers.
8. Review scrap order shipment status weekly and make necessary adjustments to insure timely receipt of goods purchased and proper order application.
9. Within established policies, resolve discrepancies primarily pertaining to grading, weight settlement, order application, and other disputes with vendors and Operations personnel. Issues must be resolved tactfully to maintain sound and effective relationships.
10. May be required to educate and communicate specifications, commercial terms-and-conditions and safety and environmental compliance requirements to shippers and plant personnel.
11. Candidate must maintain computer literacy in procurement systems, with proficiency in company scrap information systems and other business applications.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Human Resource Senior Manager
Monroe, Michigan, United States
Michigan
49201
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Multi-site | Strategic HR Leadership | Labor Relations Focus
At GSN, we help build the future and we’re looking for a strategic and influential HR leader to join our team as a Senior Manager, Human Resources. This is an exciting and high-impact opportunity to influence business performance, strengthen leadership capability, and build scalable people strategies that support growth. In this role, you’ll partner directly with senior leadership to shape workforce strategy, lead labor and employee relations, and drive talent initiatives across a complex, multi-site environment. You will be a key leader in driving our organizational and cultural transformation.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with senior leaders to develop and execute HR strategies aligned to business goals
- Lead labor relations activities, including union negotiations, contract management, and complex issue resolution
- Drive talent strategy: workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and labor cost optimization
- Ensure compliance, governance, and consistency across HR policies and practices
- Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance organizational design, productivity, and engagement
- Organizational Transformation Support: Lead HR workstreams for restructuring, growth initiatives, mergers & acquisitions
- Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement: Track HR metrics and drive improvements in processes, efficiency and outcomes
What You Bring
- Strong expertise across labor relations, employee relations, and talent management
- Proven ability to operate in multi-site, complex environments
- Solid business and data acumen—you use insights to influence decisions and outcomes
- Deep knowledge of compliance, risk management, and labor laws
Leadership Profile
- Strategic thinker who can influence and advise senior stakeholders
- Experienced people leader who develops teams and coaches leaders
- Confident communicator who can navigate complex, sensitive situations
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
- 8–12+ years of progressive HR experience
- 5+ years of leadership experience
- Union negotiation experience required
Preferred Qualifications
- Multi-site manufacturing experience; labor relations expertise; strong leadership skills
- Master's degree in Human Resources, or a related field
- Professional certifications such as SHRM or HRCI
Why Join Us
You’ll have the opportunity to shape the people strategy of a dynamic organization, make a visible impact at the leadership level, and help build a high-performing, engaged workforce.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Industrial Electrician -Central Maintenance
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams as well as other products.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Biweekly Bonus
- Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
Your Qualifications:
- 3 to 5 years of heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience with diesel or heavy equipment or mobile equipment experience.
- Experience working in an industrial environment in a position containing a routine maintenance component
- Ability to work in heights up to 150 ft.
- Ability to work a rotating 12 hr shift, days, nights, and two weekends a month (Dupont 4/3 schedule)
- Understanding of shop mathematics with the use of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and precision measuring instruments
- Experience with AC/DC motors, gear box mechanics, lubrication principles, welding, cutting torch, NFPA 70E, and common maintenance hand tools
- Experience with pumps, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, stick and tig welding and rigging principles
- Knowledge of interpreting schematics and blueprints
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision
Your Work:
- Use drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, machine operation and maintenance manuals, work order requests, and oral instructions to install, adjust, repair, and perform assigned maintenance duties.
- Position, fit and weld components to assemble machinery frames, plant equipment, attachments or accessories, and building parts according to blueprints or knowledge of
structure
and metal characteristics utilizing various specialty cutting and welding equipment. - Troubleshoot and service pumps, gear boxes, motors, cranes, and hydraulic, and pneumatic systems as needed at an intermediate level.
- Periodically inspect conditions of plant operating machines and equipment for preventative maintenance purposes. Inspect and perform routine equipment care on all shop machinery, mobile equipment, and cranes.
- Tear down, replace, repair, install, and assemble simple equipment parts, components, and accessories.
- Cut, bend, and thread conduit, pipe, and tubing.
- Maintain specified records of work performed, details of repairs, and material usage.
- Opportunity to learn more about maintenance for mobile equipment, crane and plant utilities repairs.
We are V3 Certified!
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Overhead Cab Crane Operator
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Overhead Cab Crane Operator- Melt Shop
Earning potential of $85000 / year which includes biweekly hourly pay ($21.16 hr to start and after 90 days $31.07), production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 annual hours of built in overtime.
We Have:
A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Purpose:
You will operate an overhead cab crane to lift and transfer the scrap bucket from the scrap loading area to the furnace for charging. Transport raw materials to the floor, add alloys in the furnace/bins, perform electrode addition functions, and position furnace roof, shell, and equipment during maintenance activities. Follow established material handling practices and procedures combined with directives from melt shop floor personnel. Cab is sealed and air conditioned.
Your Work:
- Operate a 270 ton overhead charging crane to pick-up and transport scrap bucket from scrap loading area to the furnace for charging. Lift, move, and position raw materials and refill material bins as needed. Perform electrode addition functions.
- Use judgment to plan, perform, and make decisions as to the sequence of material movement and handling procedures required to service melt shop area in a timely and efficient manner.
- Manipulate or depress crane controls such as pedals/levers to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
- Inspect crane for defective parts and notify supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
- Unload, transfer, and aid in placing equipment, parts, electrodes, and other supplies.
- May serve as a Relief Ladle Crane Operator when regularly assigned operator is unavailable.
- Perform other crane handling operations in the melt shop as directed according to operational requirements.
- May include removal of slag pot.
- Perform routine equipment care, and record and inspect vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.
Qualifications Required:
- Basic computer skills.
- 3 years experience operating a cab-controlled overhead crane from an elevated operator cab.
- Ability to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
- Ability to work a (Dupont Schedule) 12 hr rotating shift, days, nights and two weekends a month.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in temperatures up to 160 degrees.
- Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights up to 150 ft.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Ready to elevate your career? Apply now and be part of our steel legacy!
Salary Range: $100,000 - $121,478 per year (including hourly pay, biweekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 hrs of scheduled annual overtime)
About Us: Gerdau, a global leader in the steel industry, seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. Each year, we transform more than 11 million tons of recycled scrap metal into new, world-class steel products. Our mission? To roll out top-quality steel products that meet stringent global standards across diverse sectors, including automotive, appliances, energy, construction, agriculture, machinery, and equipment.
Why Choose Gerdau?
- Impactful Work: As an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping our mills operational and our colleagues safe. Your expertise ensures the gears keep turning.
- Global Reach: Our steel travels far and wide, shaping industries worldwide. Your craftsmanship echoes across continents.
- Career Growth: At Gerdau, we invest in your development. Expect mentorship, training, and a clear career path.
- Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans from day one.
- Financial Security: 100% matching 401K up to 6%, life/accidental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Bonuses: Biweekly bonuses to recognize your hard work.
- Work-Life Balance: Parental leave, health advocate services, and employee assistance program.
- Learning Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement and a robust career path system.
Qualifications Required:
- Successful completion of Ramsey mechanical maintenance test.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of heavy machinery maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
- Advanced knowledge of maintaining AC/DC motors, gearbox mechanics, lubrication principles, welding, cutting torch, NFPA 70E and common maintenance tools.
- Intermediate knowledge of pumps, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, stick and tig welding and rigging principles.
- Team-oriented with communication skills required to work with supervisors, engineers, maintenance, and production operators.
- Ability to work a rotating shift including days, nights, and two consecutive weekends a month.( Dupont 4/3 schedule)
Your Purpose:
Your most important responsibility will be to keep our mills running and your coworkers safe. You will perform maintenance and repair operations necessary to keep the mill, equipment, machinery, and tools in good operating conditions; working in the many and diversified capacities required in maintenance.
Your Role:
- You will have a variety of complex duties requiring considerable care to effectively and efficiently dismantle, repair, lubricate, reassemble, as wells as general maintenance in varied capacities.
- You will start, observe, and operate equipment to detect or verify the malfunction and see if it should be repaired or replaced.
- You will conduct preventive maintenance through inspecting, adjusting feed, speed power input and output, cleaning, and lubricating equipment.
- You will tear down, replace, repair, install, and assemble equipment, parts, components, and accessories.
- You will detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, and/ or improper operation of mill equipment or machinery.
We are V3 Certified!
#SteelIndustry #IndustrialMaintenance #SteelCareers #NowHiring #MechanicJobOpportunity
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Solar Pile - Experienced Electrician ($1000 Sign On Bonus)
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
$1,000 Sign On Bonus (to be paid on first paycheck)
Pay starting (Dependant on Experience) at $41.39
Electrical testing is required
Day shift hours!
Benefits, starting day 1!
Up to 6% 401K Match, Dollar for Dollar.
Job Summary:
Plan, lay out, and perform all operations required to install, troubleshoot, repair, construct, modify, calibrate, test, service, and program highly complex equipment in support of steel production operation and related plant facilities. Incumbent will have an intermediate knowledge, along with demonstrated proficiency, of electrical and electronic wiring specification, properties of various materials, and the principles of operation and application of equipment.
This position is designed for an experienced and proficient mid-level maintenance technician who has demonstrated full competency as an Electrician I, exhibits leadership skills and teamwork, but does not have the experience or advanced knowledge required of an Electrician II.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic controls and systems, using required knowledge and understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fluidic, and electrical systems/components, as well as how they operate.
- Perform rounds and check machinery to identify abnormalities and ensure that machine functions are operating within the normal specifications.
- Exercise judgement when troubleshooting AC/DC motor controls, PLC, electrical drives, and all high-voltage systems at or below 480 volts.
- Inspect and perform daily maintenance on all shop machinery, mobile equipment, HVAC Systems, PLC networks, and cranes, and repairs or replaces worn items as required.
- Service the electrical aspect of pumps, motors, cranes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems as needed.
- Lay out, install, and maintain a variety of complete electronically-controlled equipment, such as rolling mill loop controls, secondary distribution centers, programmable sequences, and pulpit control panel.
- Balance loads and wire complex circuits.
- Work with related diagnostic equipment including digital voltmeter, paper recorder, multi-volt meter, oscilloscope, and other electronic tools and equipment.
- Maintain specified records of work performed, details of repairs, and materials usage.
- Interpret schematics and blueprints at an intermediate to advanced level.
- Will provide training and guidance to less experienced maintenance personnel and apprentices; may be a crew shift lead where applicable.
- Provide technical assistance to maintenance and production personnel as needed.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Operate mobile equipment to lift and transport materials, including loaders, cranes (includes rigging principles), man-lifts, brick-lift, and forklifts.
- Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles and mobile equipment to include fueling, cleaning, and checking /adding fluids as needed.
- Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules and guidelines for all tasks being performed.
- Maintain communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
- Demonstrate ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
- Maintain work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
- Exhibit engagement in GBS tools and methodology.
- Demonstrate basic computer skills, specifically, SAP experience.
- Assist maintenance personnel as needed.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Verifiable maintenance technical training.
- Understanding of shop mathematics with the use of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and precision measuring instruments.
- Experience working in an industrial environment in a position containing a routine maintenance component.
- 4 to 6 years of heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of AC/DC motor theory and ability to troubleshoot with PLC.
- Intermediate to advanced drive knowledge, electrical controls, NFPA 70E, and high voltage power systems.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of HVAC controls, electrical schematics, motor theory, and common electrical maintenance hand tools.
AAS in industrial maintenance and maintenance reliability certifications are preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
- Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
- Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching.
- Ability to work in extreme ambient temperatures up to 160°F.
- Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule, including days, nights and weekends.
- Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Solar Pile - Experienced Mechanic ($1000 Sign On Bonus)
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
$1,000 Sign On Bonus (to be paid on first paycheck)
Pay starting (Dependant on Experience) at $41.39
Mechanical testing is required
Day shift hours!
Benefits, starting day 1!
Up to 6% 401K Match, Dollar for Dollar.
Job Summary:
Performs maintenance necessary to keep plant, equipment, machinery, and tools in good operating condition. Work involves a wide range of methods and procedures on a variety of routine and non-routine duties to adequately and properly diagnose, dismantle, repair, lubricate, and reassemble equipment. Troubleshoots basic mechanical assemblies to determine whether a pump, gearbox, hydraulic system or pneumatic system can be repaired or needs to be replaced, whether to replace or repair worn parts, and amount of lubrication needed.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works from drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, machine operation and maintenance manuals, work order requests, and oral instructions to install, adjust, repair, and perform assigned maintenance duties.
- Position, fit and weld components to assemble structural forms, machinery frames, plant equipment, attachments or accessories, and building parts according to blueprints or knowledge of structural and metal characteristics. Utilizes various specialty cutting and welding equipment.
- Troubleshoots and services pumps, gear boxes, motors, cranes, and hydraulic, and pneumatic systems as needed at an advanced level.
- Periodically inspects conditions of plant operating machines and equipment for preventative maintenance purposes. Inspects and performs routine equipment care on all shop machinery, mobile equipment, and cranes.
- Tears down, replaces, repairs, installs, and assembles simple equipment parts, components, and accessories.
- Cuts, bends, and threads conduit, pipe, and tubing.
- Coordinates the activities of lower level maintenance employees on assigned projects.
- Maintains specified records of work performed, details of repairs, and material usage.
- Requires interpretation of schematics/blueprints at an advanced level.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Operates mobile equipment to lift and transport materials including loaders, cranes, man-lifts, brick-lift, and forklifts.
- Ensures daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles/mobile equipment to include fueling, cleaning, checking and adding fluid as needed.
- Follows all PPE requirements and safety rules/guidelines for all tasks being performed.
- Assists in training of coworkers as needed.
- Maintains communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
- Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
- Engagement in GBS tools and methodology.
- Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- AAS in industrial maintenance and maintenance reliability certifications are preferred.
- Verifiable maintenance technical training.
- Understanding of shop mathematics with the use of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and precision measuring instruments.
- Experience working in an industrial environment in a position containing a routine maintenance component.
- 5 to 8 years of heavy industrial mechanical maintenance experience.
- Advanced knowledge of the following maintenance disciplines: AC/DC motors, gear box mechanics, lubrication principles, welding, cutting torch, NFPA 70E, and common maintenance hand tools.
- Advanced knowledge of pumps, gear boxes, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, stick and tig welding and rigging principles (heavy load calculations).
- Thorough understanding of lubricants (gear box, couplings, bearings).
- Applicable PDM training – i.e. laser alignment and vibration
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
- Reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
- Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching.
- Ability to work in extreme ambient temperatures up to 160°F.
- Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule including days, nights and weekends.
- Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Industrial Electrician
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Industrial Electrician
Earn $116,000+ | Work Only 14 Days Every 28 Days | Day-One Benefits
Petersburg, VA
Are you tired of being on call, driving between job sites, no career growth or working for a company with unpredictable hours?
At Gerdau Steel, you'll enjoy the stability of a global manufacturer, six-figure earning potential, career growth, and a schedule that gives you half the month off.
Why Electricians Choose Gerdau
- $36.73/hour base pay plus production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime
- Work only 14 days out of every 28-day cycle
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) match starting on day one
- One work location with no service calls, no customer complaints, and no traveling between job sites
What You'll Do
- Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and controls
- Maintain cranes, pumps, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
- Perform preventative maintenance and equipment inspections
- Support production through hands-on electrical troubleshooting
What We're Looking For
- Electrical troubleshooting experience in industrial maintenance, service, commercial, manufacturing, or military environments
- Knowledge of motor controls and electrical systems
- Ability to read schematics and blueprints
- PLC experience preferred
- Ability to work a rotating 12-hour DuPont schedule (days and nights)
Why Make the Switch?
Many electricians come to Gerdau for higher earnings, better benefits, greater job stability, more time off, and the opportunity to learn new things.
#IndustrialElectrician #MaintenanceElectrian #ElectricalSafety #NowHiring
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Senior Environmental Specialist | Day One Benefits | $100k to $126k DOE and Annual Bonus
Join a team where your knowledge of environmental compliance isn’t just valued - it’s essential to driving improvements. This role is ideal for professionals who are currently succeeding where they are- but looking for more ownership, more visibility, more impact, and an interest in becoming an Environmental Manager in the future
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automobile industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Qualifications:
- Associate degree with relevant work experience required.
- 15 years of progressive environmental compliance and regulatory experience preferred, with demonstrated leadership potential.
- Experience in industrial regulations, Title V, air permits, RCRA, storm water quality, and reporting.
- Ability to work a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of personalities and interests regarding work-related problems, compliance solutions, and regulatory issues.
- Ability to tolerate indoor and outdoor weather and plant noise with proper personal protection equipment.
- Strong organizational and team building skills.
- Able to manage projects and conduct inspections.
- Valid Driver's License.
Your Purpose
:
Under the direction of the Mill Environmental Manager, you will be responsible for completing inspections and monitoring environmental activities in the steel mill and reporting deficiencies and / or non-compliance. You will be interacting with co-workers, consultants, vendors, and neighbors and provide guidance and assistance to division management with regards to pollution control, hazardous waste and environmental issues and to assure continued compliance with federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations. You will work to establish long term environmental solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
Your Work:
- Train employees in environmental policy and establish new training tools and presentations.
- Establish long term waste disposal solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
- Keep up to date with federal, state, and local environmental regulations by attending periodic training courses.
- Participate as directed in environmental compliance and remediation activities.
- Maintain divisions environmental files and reports.
- Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company environmental regulations and guidelines.
- Maintain productive relationships with mill management and regulatory personnel.
- Adhere to company policy, programs, and procedures.
- Maintain records and data management to meet State and Federal regulatory obligations.
- Monitor key compliance metrics and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Collects sample and data required for various environmental projects, reports, permits, and licenses.
- Prepare, submit, and timely file federal, state, and local environmental reports.
- Occasional travel may be required.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Production/manufacturing Associate
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Elevate Your Career with Us!
Are you ready to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our state-of-the-art rolling mill? As a Manufacturing Associate, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining equipment operations, safety standards, and overall quality. Plus, with our competitive compensation package, you’ll enjoy an impressive earning potential!
Why Choose Us:
- Competitive Compensation: $68000 to $72000 / year which includes hourly rate of $21.16 hr and after 90 days $22.66 hr, biweekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 annual hours of scheduled overtime.
- Growth Opportunities: We value your desire to learn and grow. Take on new roles and advance within the company.
- Work-Life Balance: Our rotating shift schedule ensures flexibility.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with heavy mobile equipment, overhead cranes, and torches.
- Supportive Environment: Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and excellence.
Your Qualifications:
- Successful completion of an entrance exam.
- 3 years manufacturing or industrial experience.
- The ability to work a 12 hr rotating schedule, days, nights, and two consecutive weekends a month.
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience with heavy mobile equipment, overhead cranes, cab crane and torches a plus.
- General math skills, advanced problem solving, ability to multi-task.
- The ability to use charts, schedules, and touchscreens when applicable.
- The ability to interpret instructions and use adjustable controls, HMI's, measuring instruments, and gauges.
Your Purpose:
You will maintain equipment operations, safety standards, housekeeping, and bar quality inspections.
Your Work:
- Ensure all buckets are emptied as needed to allow continued operations.
- Ensure 5S area is to the standard at all times during the shift while observing safety at all times.
- Maintain cleaning schedule.
- Assist maintenance as needed.
- Assist in saw blade changes, roll changes, inspections.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing or walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
- Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
- Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching.
- Ability to work in extreme ambient temperatures up to 160°F.
- Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights up to 160 ft.
- Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels
Join us in shaping the future of Gerdau! Apply today and be part of our success story.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Controls Engineer - Electrical & Instrumentation
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Controls Engineer - Electrical & Instrumentation - Level I
Are you ready to seize an exhilarating, hands-on opportunity to leave your mark on a variety of automation projects involving software, hardware, and process improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join Gerdau, the first North American steel company to achieve B Corp Certification, and contribute to producing steel bars with the lowest embodied carbon in the U.S. Elevate your career with Gerdau, where your curiosity, imagination, and expertise will drive our ongoing transformation into the future.
Great earning potential plus an annual bonus.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
- A Career Path System and Training.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with 5 years manufacturing experience programming PLC's.
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC controls and motors and drives.
- Ability to oversee electrical projects equipment, systems, etc. including elements of design, implementation, maintenance, and operational and safety standards.
- Prior experience with programming PLCs and developing ladder logic on Rockwell and Siemens S7-1516.
- Solid understanding of PLC communication protocols (Profibus and Profinet preferred).
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems resulting from automation, communication, or HMI issues and implement strong corrective measures.
- Must be comfortable using MS Office, data acquisition software (IBA/PDA preferred).
- Must be willing to work in both an office setting and hands on in the field.
- Must be able to translate operator requests into actionable automation items.
- Detailed oriented, creative thinker,
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests.
- Ability to communicate well with operators, maintenance, and members of the leadership team.
Your Purpose:
You will be responsible for rolling mill automation, training, troubleshooting major failures, software back-up, research, development, improvement and testing of electrical/electronic components, equipment, and systems. The position works closely with production and maintenance personnel, as well as management to ensure continuous operation and continuous improvement of equipment, and processes. The position reports to the Maintenance General Foreman.
Your Work:
- Modify PLCs to help support the operations process, with PLC experience on one or more of the following:
- GE innovation series controllers
- Toshiba NV controllers
- RX3i controllers
- GE Genius Block I/O networks
- Siemens S7/TIA
- Allen Bradley PLC
- Modify HMI to help support the operations process, with HMI programming experience on one or more of the following:
- GE Cimplicity
- Ignition
- WIN CC
- Rockwell Automation
- Electrical and network experience on one or more of the following:
- IBA Analytical tools
- Computer networking
- Cisco switching/router configuration
- ABB LV and MV drives
Principal Accountabilities:
- Lead initiatives to improve HMI based on operational needs
- Lead initiatives to improve automation stability
- Lead action plan items to help eliminate delays due to automation and automated processes
- Be engaged in the process to find and address opportunities for increased throughput, improved instrumentation, improved reliability of existing instrumentation, and improved system response to instrument feedback.
- Continue to improve the alarm reporting and functionality for the operator and maintenance.
- Collect, analyze, and report asset performance and work with teams to implement methods to improve performance and sustain existing efficiencies.
- Develop solutions and provide recommendations for major equipment modifications, renovations, installations, additions, and replacements to facilitate continuous improvement.
- Support planning and scheduling standard processes to effectively execute all down-days and outages.
- Participate in Failure Analysis on maintenance and operational issues.
- Assist with Annual Action Planning process.
Keywords: BSEE, Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Process Engineer, automation, programming, control systems, PLC, HMI, SCADA, hydraulics, pneumatics, AC/CD, drives, motors, steel, metals, manufacturing
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Maintenance Reliability Engineer
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Maintenance Reliability Engineer – Join Gerdau in Petersburg, VA
Relocation Assistance Available Within the U.S. only
$93000 to $116000 plus Annual Bonus
Are you ready to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? At Gerdau, the first North American steelmaker to earn B Corp Certification, we’re producing the lowest embodied carbon steel in the U.S.—and we want you to help lead the way.
We Have:
A strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
100% Matching 401K up to 6%
Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Career Path System and Training
An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance reliability within a heavy industrial, steel mill, or manufacturing environment.
- Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, CRE) is a plus.
- Experience with steelmaking or heavy manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong understanding of predictive and preventive electrical maintenance techniques.
- Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for tracking maintenance activities and asset performance.
- Knowledge of reliability methodologies such as RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and TPM.
- Proficiency in data analysis and troubleshooting industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA, ASTM.
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- A willingness to perform functions in the field with the technicians is critical to success in this role.
- Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., CMRP, CRE) is a plus.
- Experience with steelmaking or heavy manufacturing equipment.
What You Will Do:
- Develop and implement reliability and predictive maintenance strategies for critical equipment, including rolling mills, furnaces, cranes, and material handling systems.
- Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate recurring issues.
- Utilize condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication analysis to detect early signs of failure.
- Work with maintenance and operations teams to optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs and ensure best practices are followed.
- Identify and recommend improvements to increase equipment availability, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability and maintenance effectiveness.
- Assist in planning and execution of major equipment overhauls and capital improvement projects.
- Collaborate with OEMs, suppliers, and contractors to ensure optimal equipment performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical support and training to maintenance teams to enhance troubleshooting and reliability knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Rolling Mill General Turn Supervisor
Monroe, Michigan, United States
Michigan
48161
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Rolling Mill General Turn Supervisor
At Gerdau, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are seeking a results-driven Rolling Mill General Turn Supervisor to lead operations and inspire high-performing teams in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who is passionate about safety, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and employee development.
As the Rolling Mill General Turn Supervisor, you will provide leadership across multiple operational areas, including the Rolling Mill, Finishing, and Logistics departments, while partnering with Maintenance teams as needed. You will play a critical role in creating a safe, productive, and engaged workforce while driving performance in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and environmental stewardship through the application of Gerdau's principles and values.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations within assigned areas, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable production performance.
- Coordinate workflow and resources to minimize downtime, reduce operational disruptions, and maximize productivity.
- Supervise, coach, and develop employees, promoting a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Facilitate training and development initiatives, ensuring employees are qualified and compliant with operational procedures, safety requirements, and company standards.
- Champion a strong safety culture by administering safety programs and supporting emergency preparedness policies, procedures, and response activities.
- Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics to drive improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
- Ensure compliance with established standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Conduct audits, document findings, and lead corrective action plans to address gaps and improve operational performance.
- Support daily management activities and collaborate across departments to solve problems, improve processes, and achieve business objectives.
- Lead by example and foster an environment that reflects Gerdau's commitment to excellence, respect, and continuous development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution preferred.
- 3-5 years of leadership experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with exposure to production systems, quality processes, standardization practices, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. In lieu of a degree, an additional 3-5 years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience may be accepted.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and drive operational results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and employee development skills.
- Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866) 788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Yard Person (loader/forklift)
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Manitoba
R2C 3B2
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Why you'll love it here
Do you love welding and fabrication? Are you a team player and want to learn and grow with us at our downstream location?Join us on our path to cultural and digital transformation to build the future.
About Gerdau
Gerdau is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod. Gerdau is the largest recycler in the world. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future.
COME JOIN OUR TEAM...... We are currently looking for a Yard Person (Loader/Forklift) at our Bradley Steel Processors - Winnipeg, MB facility.
Job summary:
Reporting to the location's Supervisor, your focus will be to perform a wide variety of shipping duties and material moving.
Our ideal candidate will be able to:
- Work the following weekend shift with a starting hourly rate of $23.79:
- 13 hour shift: Friday - Sunday
- Days 7:00 am- 8:00 pm (paid 1 hour break which includes coffee breaks too)
- Provide us with a criminal background check by uploading it in "attachment documents" when uploading resume or at time of interview
- Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with extremely hot materials while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Safely operate forklift equipment
- Operate Shunt truck to move trailers indoor and outdoor
- Load trucks as per shipping paperwork
- Load bundles on the truck safely and follow Company's safety rules
- Move scrap, dump scrap bins as needed
- May perform other duties as supervisor deems necessary
Education / experience requirements:
- Minimum Grade 12 diploma (or GED)
- Minimum 1-2 years of working experience as a forklift driver and have valid forklift license
- Ability to learn and drive Shunt truck
- Ability to read, write and follow schedules
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Physically capable of performing the role
- Ability to work in a team environment
Working Conditions:
- Can work with minimal supervision
- 39 hour work week
- Fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Frequent standing, bending, walking and stretching
- Physically demanding and able to lift light and heavy materials
- Mostly working outdoors; indoors as needed
Gerdau offers excellent benefits including:
- HSA provided for health and dental benefits
- Short and long term disability
- Life and accidental life insurance
- Company contributions towards RRSP
- Employee Assistance Program
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Coop/intern - Mechanical Engineer (8 Month Term)
Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada
Manitoba
R1A 2B4
Who we are
We are the leading company in the production of long steel in the Americas and one of the major suppliers of specialty long steel in the world. With more than 28,000 employees, Gerdau has an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel and it is the largest recycler in Latin America, and around the world, it transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year.
Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. We serve customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.
Gerdau's growth is based on our values and on a vision focused on excellence. Gerdau proudly offers internship programs, through which students can jump start their career with hands-on experience with one of the largest steel producers in the world. Working at Gerdau is an opportunity to be part of a team that is a benchmark in the industry in which it operates.
An Intern with Gerdau must have an eagerness to grow personally and professionally, being a part of a global company with more than 120 years of entrepreneurship and achievements in the steel industry. This program is for individuals with high learning agility and willingness to adapt and develop continuously , who aim at consistently outperforming in a variety of settings and circumstances.
Gerdau offers competitive wages, on-the-job experience, organization orientation, work assignments and projects with clear and targeted goals that allow young professionals to earn invaluable experience.
Mechanical Intern:
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be working with either our Engineering Team or Maintenance & Reliability Team. Following on-the-job training and orientation, the candidates may:
- Update equipment /facility drawings
- Work with outside vendors and consultants, assist in managing contractors
- Assist Engineers on capex improvement projects
- Manage smaller non-capex projects
- Planning maintenance jobs and ordering parts
- Design projects
Requirements:
- Have completed at least two years of a degree from a recognized university in an Mechanical discipline
- Record of high academic achievement (Minimum GPA 2.5; preferred GPA 3.0 or higher)
- Experience with Solid works design software, Autocad would be a benefit
- Well-rounded applicants with leadership roles in student organizations or extra-curricular activities
- Must be legally authorized to work in the Canada without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented with great organizational qualities
- Ability to work independently and be a fast-learner
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Co-op/intern - Electrical Engineer (8 Month Term)
Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada
Manitoba
R1A 2B4
Join us in shaping the future…
At Gerdau, our employees are the best in the business. We have high standards and our employees constantly strive to reach even higher levels of success. Gerdau's growth is based on our values and on a vision focused on excellence, personal and professional growth of each employee and total safety in the workplace,
Gerdau is shaping a more collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable future with equal employment opportunity for all and recognition of the importance of each employee and applicant as an individual. We listen to people with genuine interest, ask questions, seek different perspectives and believe we can build better solutions together.
Who we are
We are the leading company in the production of long steel in the Americas and one of the major suppliers of specialty long steel in the world. With more than 28,000 employees, Gerdau has an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel and it is the largest recycler in Latin America, and around the world, it transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year.
Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 11 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. We serve customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.
We have high standards and our employees constantly strive to reach even higher levels of success. Gerdau's growth is based on our values and on a vision focused on excellence. Gerdau proudly offers internship programs, through which students can jump start their career with hands-on experience with one of the largest steel producers in the world. Working at Gerdau is an opportunity to be part of a team that is a benchmark in the industry in which it operates.
An Intern with Gerdau must have an eagerness to grow personally and professionally, being a part of a global company with more than 120 years of entrepreneurship and achievements in the steel industry. This program is for individuals with high learning agility and willingness to adapt and develop continuously , who aim at consistently outperforming in a variety of settings and circumstances.
Gerdau offers competitive wages, on-the-job experience, organization orientation, work assignments and projects with clear and targeted goals that allow young professionals to earn invaluable experience.
Electrical Intern:
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate(s) will be working with our Reliability Team. Following on-the-job training and orientation, the candidates may:
- Update equipment /facility drawings
- Work with outside vendors and consultants, assist in managing contractors
- Assist Engineers on capex improvement projects
- Works closely with and supports electrical planner
- Manage smaller non-capex projects
- Plan electrical jobs and order parts
Requirements:
- Have completed at least two years of a degree from a recognized university in an Electrical discipline
- Record of high academic achievement (Minimum GPA 2.5; preferred GPA 3.0 or higher)
- Experience with AutoCAD design software, PLC's and automation would be a benefit
- Well-rounded applicants with leadership roles in student organizations or extra-curricular activities
- Must be legally authorized to work in the Canada without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented with great organizational qualities
- Ability to work independently and be a fast-learner
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Melter – Refractory Routine Facilitator (Summary)
Primary Purpose
The Refractory Routine Facilitator is responsible for leading the daily operations of refractory maintenance and installation activities within the Melt Shop. This role supervises refractory technicians, ensures safe and efficient production, manages continuous improvement efforts, and supports cost, quality, and reliability goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise refractory technicians (brick masons and slide gate technicians).
- Coordinate refractory installation and maintenance for:
- Electric Arc Furnaces (EAF)
- Ladles
- Caster Tundishes
- Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and production standards.
- Monitor equipment and address operational issues and malfunctions.
- Manage production schedules and workflow to meet deadlines.
- Develop, administer, and improve operating standards, procedures, job aids, and training materials.
- Conduct training, coaching, audits, and performance observations.
- Support preventive maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive 5S, environmental, and cost-control improvements.
- Collaborate with engineering and procurement teams on process improvements and new refractory technologies.
- Develop and manage departmental budgets.
Preferred Qualifications
- Safety-first mindset (required).
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- Alternatively, 5+ years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Refractory systems
- Melt Shop operations
- Steelmaking processes (preferred)
- Strong analytical and computer skills.
- Understanding of Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience is a plus.
- Excellent leadership and people-management abilities.
What the Employer Appears to Value Most
- Safety leadership.
- Supervisory and people-management experience.
- Knowledge of refractory operations and Melt Shop processes.
- Continuous improvement and process optimization skills.
- Technical training and standardization experience.
- Budgeting and operational management capability.
This position is essentially a front-line operations leadership role that combines maintenance/refractory expertise, team supervision, safety leadership, and continuous improvement responsibilities within a steel manufacturing environment.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Quality Metallurgist
Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Virginia
23803
Sr Quality Metallurgist
The Sr Quality Metallurgist provides technical leadership and metallurgical support for the Melt Shop, Rolling Mill, and Logistics operations. This role ensures that products meet customer requirements, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and strengthens the mill’s quality systems and metallurgical capabilities.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Sr Quality Metallurgist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing product and process improvement opportunities. This includes planning and supervising product trials, conducting metallurgical evaluations, supporting customer inquiries, and ensuring compliance with quality standards and procedures.
The role also supports the Quality Assurance program through document control, calibration management, internal audits, corrective actions, and data preparation for Management Review. The Metallurgist will collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate customer requirements and ensure alignment with mill capabilities.
Conduct metallurgical investigations, including root‑cause and failure analyses.
Lead product trials and report findings to operations and leadership.
Support customer visits, technical reviews, and product performance evaluations.
Review and maintain procedures, specifications, job aids, and SAP SKU configurations.
Analyze production data to monitor performance and recommend improvements.
Provide technical support to operations during routine production and problem‑solving.
Assist with cost‑justification efforts for equipment or process changes.
Stay current with industry technologies and share best practices across the organization.
Support quality system requirements including audits, calibrations, and corrective actions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related Engineering field.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in a steelmaking or heavy manufacturing environment preferred.
Working knowledge of steelmaking, refining, casting, and/or rolling processes.
Ability to apply metallurgical principles to improve product quality and process efficiency.
Strong communication skills for customer interaction and internal reporting.
Ability to interpret and analyze production data and metallurgical results.
Willingness to travel as needed to support customer and technical requirements.
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunities 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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Yard Operator I - Mr
Jamestown, Minnesota, United States
Minnesota
58701
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Yard Operator
Job Summary
Gerdau is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Yard Operator to join our operations team. This role is critical to the daily success of our yard operations and requires a versatile individual who can perform a variety of tasks related to scrap inspection, material handling, purchasing support, and equipment operation.
The successful candidate will have knowledge of scrap grading or the ability and willingness to learn. As a Yard Operator, you will safely operate loaders and material handling equipment, inspect incoming and outgoing materials, maintain operational standards, and provide exceptional customer service while supporting Gerdau's commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all established Gerdau safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
- Participate in daily safety meetings and routines.
- Identify and report safety hazards, environmental concerns, equipment issues, and improper operating conditions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Material Inspection & Quality Control
- Ensure all incoming scrap is scanned for radiation and properly quarantined if it fails inspection protocols.
- Inspect incoming scrap materials for quality and environmental compliance.
- Verify scrap grades and quality standards while identifying deductions and downgrades as required.
- Communicate inspection findings promptly and accurately with scale personnel.
- Ensure all outbound materials meet company safety and quality requirements.
Equipment Operation
- Safely operate loaders, material handlers, and other mobile equipment to load and unload scrap materials.
- Perform and document Routine Equipment Care (REC) inspections daily.
- Assist with general yard maintenance and operational support as needed.
Customer Service & Teamwork
- Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, supervisors, and scale operators.
- Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining operational efficiency.
- Support Gerdau's core values through professional and respectful interactions.
Rail Operations (Location Dependent)
For locations with rail operations, additional duties may include:
- Shifting full and empty rail cars.
- Operating a locomotive in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Activating rail switches.
- Coupling and uncoupling rail cars.
- Setting brakes and wheel blocks as required.
Qualifications
Preferred
- Previous experience in scrap metal recycling, materials handling, or heavy equipment operation.
- Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap grading.
- Experience operating loaders, cranes, material handlers, or similar equipment.
Required
- Commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work and operate heavy equipment safely.
- Dependable, self-motivated, and customer-focused.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities
- Safe and team-oriented work environment
- Career growth opportunities with an industry leader
Join Gerdau and become part of a team committed to safety, quality, sustainability, and operational excellence. Apply today!
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Maintenance Shift Supervisor
Monroe, Michigan, United States
Michigan
48161
At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
Benefits Day One:
- 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
Gerdau is the leading company in the production of long steel in the Americas and one of the major suppliers of specialty long steel in the world. With more than 45,000 employees, Gerdau has an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel and it is the largest recycler in Latin America, and around the world, it transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year.
Job Description
To provide minimum downtime for all plant equipment by preventive maintenance programs, troubleshooting and repairing any maintenance (mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, etc.) problems. The incumbent daily assigns projects and repairs and follows up with technical and/or physical assistance.
The incumbent is responsible for maintaining the mill in a functional, productive and safe operating condition. He is responsible to carry out the preventive maintenance program as related to cranes, machinery motors and other related equipment where routine adjustments are made and is available and adaptable to special problems which arise. The incumbent works closely with supervisors and superintendents within the company explaining and resolving maintenance problems.
The incumbent must also keep several reports including maintenance downtime log, work request log, and fab shop log, and records any changes that are made to the master plans.
The incumbent has several employee relations functions to perform such as merit reviews and recommends the hiring, disciplining and terminating of employees. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining records of attendance. The incumbent is responsible for training and orientation and must be able to communicate technical expertise in order to delegate responsibility to subordinates. The technical experience includes but is not limited to industrial hydraulics, understanding of mechanical, piping, and structural drawings, mechanical systems, water systems, rotating equipment, industrial automation, PLC’s and HMI’s.
The major challenges facing the incumbent include assuring the efficient and safe operation of machinery. The incumbent must be able to adapt to changes and make technical decisions in order to prevent or reduce downtime. Problems requiring capital outlays or extended downtime have to be approved by superior.
Provide full support for the implementation and management of safety systems. Participate in all accident and incident investigations in area of responsibility. Conduct routine safety activities including inspection tours, employee contacts, lock out audits, and contractor safety. Ensure that safety rules and requirements are being followed in all work areas. Maintain compliance with visual management standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for safety of employees.
Responsible for operational safety of equipment.
Responsible for minimizing downtime.
Cooperate with other departments.
Responsible for discipline of employees.
Responsible for carrying out company policy and procedures.
Responsible for procuring non inventory parts and equipment.
Responsible for ensuring that contractors comply with Gerdau.
The incumbent must perform the above mentioned duties and responsibilities in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations. Employees must also report any situation which may have a detrimental impact to human health or the environment to their immediate supervisor.
The Individual
Must have HS Diploma/GED. Additional education preferred but not required, such as Associate or Bachelor degree in Management, Mechanical Engineering or related field with three years of supervisory and maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting. Experience in lieu of additional education will be considered.
People management skills, and ability to train and guide employees.
Must have moderate knowledge or experience with industrial hydraulics, reading and understanding mechanical piping, and structural drawings.
Experience with mechanical systems, water systems, and rotating equipment.
Understanding of industrial automation, PLC's and HMI's.
Computer savvy with systems such as Microsoft Office, AutoCad, SAP, and PLEX. Must be able to work swing shift.
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.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
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