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Production & Operations
Our products are shaping the future. Our people make it happen.
Start your career at a global steel industry leader and begin a career path with endless opportunities to grow and develop. Join as a member of our Production team and you have the opportunity to grow into a senior production role, a salaried manager, or skilled tradesperson within a few years.
Career Paths
Select a Career Path below to explore examples of a Gerdau career. Select a position in the chart to view average hourly and annual pay including incentives.
TAB 1 - USA CONTENT
Production is the starting point for many successful careers at Gerdau. If you like working with your hands in an environment where no two days are the same, production is for you! As you grow, you can continue to specialize in different areas of the mill or go to school to become a licensed tradesperson or manager.
$26.27/Hour*
$63,921/Year*
$30.71/Hour*
$74,724/Year*
$30.71/Hour*
$74,724/Year*
$35.82/Hour*
$87,163/Year*
$45.21/Hour*
$110,017/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
* Hourly and annual rates are inclusive of incentives such as production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime such as mills working our dupont schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next). Please note, these are averages and many of our employees in production and trades may exceed these numbers with voluntary overtime. Sample career paths are shown for illustration only and individual results are not guaranteed.
TAB 1 - CAN CONTENT
Looking to make a meaningful impact on the world with a rewarding career? Join the General Production team at Gerdau today and position yourself for endless growth opportunities. Play a vital role in the manufacturing process while unlocking the chance to learn skills from experienced professionals as you go.
$28.73/Hour*
$59,756/Year*
$34.30/Hour*
$71,336/Year*
$40.37/Hour*
$83,978/Year*
$42.35/Hour*
$88,080/Year*
$47.44/Hour*
$98,685/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
* Hourly and annual rates are inclusive of incentives such as production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime such as mills working our dupont schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next). Please note, these are averages and many of our employees in production and trades may exceed these numbers with voluntary overtime. Sample career paths are shown for illustration only and individual results are not guaranteed.
TAB 1 - USA CONTENT
If you're interested in getting into management, you can start a career in production, go to school, and continue to grow as a manager; all while benefiting from our tuition reimbursement program.
$35.82/Hour*
$87,163/Year*
$30.71/Hour*
$74,724/Year*
$26.27/Hour*
$63,921/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
$43.98/Hour*
$107,042/Year*
* Hourly and annual rates are inclusive of incentives such as production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime such as mills working our dupont schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next). Please note, these are averages and many of our employees in production and trades may exceed these numbers with voluntary overtime. Sample career paths are shown for illustration only and individual results are not guaranteed.
TAB 1 - CAN CONTENT
Production is the starting point for many successful careers at Gerdau. If you like working with your hands in an environment where no two days are the same, production is for you! As you grow, you can continue to specialize in different areas of the mill or go to school to become a licensed tradesperson or manager.
$28.73/Hour*
$59,756/Year*
$34.30/Hour*
$71,336/Year*
$40.37/Hour*
$83,978/Year*
$43.98 hourly
$107,042 annually
$43.98 hourly
$107,042 annually
$43.98 hourly
$107,042 annually
$43.98 hourly
$107,042 annually
$43.98 hourly
$107,042 annually
* Hourly and annual rates are inclusive of incentives such as production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime such as mills working our dupont schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next). Please note, these are averages and many of our employees in production and trades may exceed these numbers with voluntary overtime. Sample career paths are shown for illustration only and individual results are not guaranteed.
TAB 1 - USA CONTENT
We offer apprenticeship programs where production teammates can learn a trade while working full-time. Whether you're interested in electrical, mechanical, or another trade, we'll cover the cost of school and you'll get paid to go!
$31.22/Hour*
$75,974/Year*
$37.52/Hour*
$91,299/Year*
$42.58/Hour*
$103,619/Year*
$45.55/Hour*
$110,851/Year*
$48.75/Hour*
$118,647/Year*
$26.27/Hour*
$63,921/Year*
Note: Some locations hire directly into our apprenticeship program
$30.71/Hour*
$74,724/Year*
Note: Some locations hire directly into our apprenticeship program
$35.82/Hour*
$87,163/Year*
Note: Some locations hire directly into our apprenticeship program
* Hourly and annual rates are inclusive of incentives such as production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime such as mills working our dupont schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next). Please note, these are averages and many of our employees in production and trades may exceed these numbers with voluntary overtime. Sample career paths are shown for illustration only and individual results are not guaranteed.
TAB 1 - CAN CONTENT
Production is the starting point for many successful careers at Gerdau. If you like working with your hands in an environment where no two days are the same, production is for you! As you grow, you can continue to specialize in different areas of the mill or go to school to become a licensed tradesperson or manager.
$42.00/Hour*
$125,000/Year*
$40.00/Hour*
$115,000/Year*
$35.00/Hour*
$100,000/Year*
$47.44/Hour*
$98,685/Year*
$42.35/Hour*
$88,080/Year*
$40.37/Hour*
$83,978/Year*
$34.30/Hour*
$71,336/Year*
$28.73/Hour*
$59,756/Year*
* Hourly and annual rates are inclusive of incentives such as production bonuses, shift premiums, and scheduled overtime such as mills working our dupont schedule (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next). Please note, these are averages and many of our employees in production and trades may exceed these numbers with voluntary overtime. Sample career paths are shown for illustration only and individual results are not guaranteed.
Laborer - Ottawa Location
Nepean, Ontario, Canada
Ontario
K2R 1G7
Empowering people who build the future.
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.
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 Mechanic
Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Arkansas
72916
Empowering people who build the future.
Basic Functions:
Maintains production and quality by ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
Job Duties:
- Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, hydraulic systems, water systems, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions of mechanical equipment.
- Locates sources of problems by observing equipment in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments to troubleshoot failures and plan/execute repairs.
- Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
- Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
- Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, indicators, and straightedges.
- Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
- Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
- Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, assessing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Ensure equipment is properly lubricated and has a basic understanding of lubrication principles and techniques.
- Complete welding tasks as required for repairs, modifications, and new installations.
- Work with electricians, contractors, and apprentices to minimize plant downtime and complete tasks.
- Work with and without blueprints, drawings, layouts, schematics, or other specifications in order to make repairs, and upon job completion provides as-built drawings.
- Participates in maintenance duties required on down days.
- Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to verify inventory level, anticipating needed equipment, parts/supplies, and communicating same to Stores/Facilitator/Planner.
- Performs data entry/logs on all services provided as required.
- Repairs/replaces worn items as required.
- Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- Operates mobile equipment to transfer product/material as needed while following all safety rules and regulations.
- Operate overhead cranes for the purpose of maintaining and testing of the cranes and performing maintenance functions in the area as needed while following all safety rules and regulations.
- Works safely at heights and from elevated surfaces.
- Assists in training coworkers as needed.
- Performs daily preventative maintenance, complete record of inspections as required.
- Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative techniques; monitoring compliance.
- Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
- Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, establishing personal networks.
- Contributes to the team by delivering results as needed/expected.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adheres to and follows environmental policies and completes environmental inspections, tasks, and training as required. Quickly responds to and resolves environmental issues.
- Perform basic lubrication tasks.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary and Benefits - $36.29 hour
• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 401(k)
• Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
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. 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 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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