Ladle Furnace Operator

Are you ready for a rewarding and challenging career in the steelmaking industry?

Join us! We are looking for the best-those who are not afraid to roll up their sleeves to grow with our organization, personally and professionally!

About the Position:

In an exciting and challenging environment, the Ladle Furnace Operator, under general supervision, performs daily and other related duties following established practices set forth in the Operating Procedures and Manufacturing Instructions manuals.

About Ellwood Quality Steels:

• Family-owned business with long-range vision.
• The world leader in the production of high quality carbon, alloy, stainless and tool steel ingot.
• Unmatched commitment to our customers.
• Emphasis on flexibility, responsiveness, and problem solving.
• Continual investment in our people, process, and equipment.
• Highly trained workforce, state-of-the-art equipment and methodology.
• A manufacturing environment where excellence is an everyday occurrence.
• www.ellwoodqualitysteels.com

Our focus at Ellwood Quality Steels is to create an environment of opportunity where you can grow your career.Our culture values diverse talents and the contributions of all employees. Our commitment includes competitive compensation, support for your professional growth, and a range of employee benefits that help to protect the health and welfare of our people.

What You'll Get:

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Profit Sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with an excellent Employer Match
• Excellent health care, dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
  
  

What you'll do:

1. Must wear the required PPE at all times.
2. Performs functions necessary for the refinement of liquid steel.
3. Performs alloy calculations for steel grades.
4. Refines liquid steel in accordance with the Operating Procedures and Manufacturing Instructions.
5. Confirms steel and chemical analysis meet customers specifications.
6. Deslags heat as needed.
7. Operates Wire Feeder.
8. Adds Electrodes when needed
9. Pour overpours and service/inspect ladles as required.
10. Assures supplies are stocked, including Trim Bins.
11. Performs housekeeping in the Steelmaking Department.
12. Helps maintain the vacuum hood, refractories and "V" seal.
13. Assists with EAF relines as needed
14. Assists the Crew Leader as needed.
15. Assists Auxiliary Department with emergency pit cleanings as deemed necessary.
16. Report all incidents, near misses, defective material and faulty equipment to the supervisor immediately.
17. Maintain working area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
18. Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules.
19. Must have ability and desire to work well with others.
20. Meets attendance requirements.
21. Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum six (6) months experience in handling liquid steel is preferred.

SCHEDULE: Rotating - (Subject to change depending on operating requirements). Overtime hours may be required.

TRAINING: Theoretical Steelmaking Course; overall score and alloy calculation of 80% is preferred.

EQS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/

Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity