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 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
• 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

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3-5 years of steel making experience and area specific production knowledge.
• Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift, days, nights, and two consecutive weekends. (Dupont 4/3 schedule)
• Understanding of process flow and priorities.
• Understanding of equipment functions.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to display empathy.
• Ability to sustain Teamwork and Collaboration.
• Orientation to achieve goals and meet/exceed expectations.
• Time management and organization.
• Self motivation

Your Purpose:

You will be boots on the ground and responsible for the training, guidance, and performance of a crew from the Melt Shop Furnace to the Caster. You will provide leadership guidance on establishing a productive, high performing, and safety conscious working team environment. This position will focus on all aspects related to safety, environmental, production, cost, quality, and people management through the continuous application of Gerdau Business Systems principles for area/cell of responsibility. 

Your Work:

• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
• Manage melt shop crew members by setting direction and priorities.
• Manage the hiring, promotion and disciplinary actions for the department.
• Manage team schedule. This includes attendance, overtime, vacation, PTO, shift coverage, etc.
• Conduct Performance Evaluations on direct reports.
• Provide training and continuous development plans for melt shop crew.
• Manage production flow to ensure safety, quality, and achieving delivery promises to our customers.
• Manage resources needed by the crew (PPE, tools, equipment)
• Audit tasks, review data trends periodically, and develop improvement actions as needed.
• Manage the department housekeeping and 5S practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend from trunk, kneel, and push and pull objects.
• Ability to tolerate extreme ambient temperatures ranging from 0°F to 160°F.
• Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels.

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