The ideal candidate will provide furnace operations support by operating Steelmaking equipment and maintaining good quality steel within the highly automated Steelmaking facility to meet the business ...
The ideal candidate will provide furnace operations support by operating Steelmaking equipment and maintaining good quality steel within the highly automated Steelmaking facility to meet the business ...
The ideal candidate will provide furnace operations support by operating Steelmaking equipment and maintaining good quality steel within the highly automated Steelmaking facility to meet the business ...
The ideal candidate will provide furnace operations support by operating Steelmaking equipment and maintaining good quality steel within the highly automated Steelmaking facility to meet the business ...
Operator Lead (Furnace) ACL
$19 - $23.50/hr
At least 2 years of experience in operating a furnace * Must already be at Step-Up Shift Coordinator or have equivalent experience assisting in managerial duties * Ability to read and interpret ...
Operator Lead (Furnace) ACL
$19 - $23.50/hr
At least 2 years of experience in operating a furnace * Must already be at Step-Up Shift Coordinator or have equivalent experience assisting in managerial duties * Ability to read and interpret ...
Operator LMF Helper
Calvert, AL · On-site
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly constructed Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle ... Collaborate with Furnace operator to control and maintain temperature of molten metal coming from ...
Operator LMF Helper
Calvert, AL · On-site
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly constructed Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle ... Collaborate with Furnace operator to control and maintain temperature of molten metal coming from ...
Operator LMF Helper
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly constructed Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle ... Collaborate with Furnace operator to control and maintain temperature of molten metal coming from ...
Operator LMF Helper
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly constructed Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle ... Collaborate with Furnace operator to control and maintain temperature of molten metal coming from ...
Caster Operator
Calvert, AL · On-site
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) and Slabs Caster facility ... The ideal candidate will provide operations support by operating steelmaking equipment and ...
Caster Operator
Calvert, AL · On-site
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) and Slabs Caster facility ... The ideal candidate will provide operations support by operating steelmaking equipment and ...
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) and Slabs Caster facility ... The ideal candidate will provide operations support by operating steelmaking equipment and ...
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) and Slabs Caster facility ... The ideal candidate will provide operations support by operating steelmaking equipment and ...
Operator - Ladle Wall Helper
Calvert, AL · On-site
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
Collaborate with Furnace operator and shift personnel to have ladles available when needed. * Use computerized entries to track ladle life items. * Ready ladles for use after each cast. Changing wear ...
Operator - Ladle Wall Helper
Calvert, AL · On-site
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
Collaborate with Furnace operator and shift personnel to have ladles available when needed. * Use computerized entries to track ladle life items. * Ready ladles for use after each cast. Changing wear ...
Operator - Ladle Wall Helper
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
Collaborate with Furnace operator and shift personnel to have ladles available when needed. * Use computerized entries to track ladle life items. * Ready ladles for use after each cast. Changing wear ...
Operator - Ladle Wall Helper
$19.50 - $22.50/hr
Collaborate with Furnace operator and shift personnel to have ladles available when needed. * Use computerized entries to track ladle life items. * Ready ladles for use after each cast. Changing wear ...
NSD Melt & Cast Metallurgist
Trinity, AL · On-site
$76K - $94K/yr
Developing and implementing Electric Arc Furnace operating practices, including optimization of power input, burner profiles, oxygen practices, and furnace chemistry Supporting continuous improvement ...
NSD Melt & Cast Metallurgist
Trinity, AL · On-site
$76K - $94K/yr
Developing and implementing Electric Arc Furnace operating practices, including optimization of power input, burner profiles, oxygen practices, and furnace chemistry Supporting continuous improvement ...
Operator Refractory
Calvert, AL · On-site
$21 - $25.50/hr
Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladles, Tundish for continuous caster and vessel for RH Degasser * Coordinate and work with mill personnel in maintaining mill production, while operating all equipment ...
Operator Refractory
Calvert, AL · On-site
$21 - $25.50/hr
Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladles, Tundish for continuous caster and vessel for RH Degasser * Coordinate and work with mill personnel in maintaining mill production, while operating all equipment ...
Operator Refractory
$21 - $25.50/hr
Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladles, Tundish for continuous caster and vessel for RH Degasser * Coordinate and work with mill personnel in maintaining mill production, while operating all equipment ...
Operator Refractory
$21 - $25.50/hr
Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladles, Tundish for continuous caster and vessel for RH Degasser * Coordinate and work with mill personnel in maintaining mill production, while operating all equipment ...
Furnace build up and installation * Maybe also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as ... safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
Furnace build up and installation * Maybe also required to perform other miscellaneous tasks, as ... safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
Aluminum Melt Operator
Foley, AL · On-site
Aluminum Melt Operator Interested in a hands-on manufacturing role... and every day brings ... furnace experience is a plus-but we'll train the right person! Why You'll Love Working Here ...
Aluminum Melt Operator
Foley, AL · On-site
Aluminum Melt Operator Interested in a hands-on manufacturing role... and every day brings ... furnace experience is a plus-but we'll train the right person! Why You'll Love Working Here ...
Aluminum Melt Operator Interested in a hands-on manufacturing role... and every day brings ... furnace experience is a plus--but we'll train the right person! Why You'll Love Working Here ⭐ ...
Aluminum Melt Operator Interested in a hands-on manufacturing role... and every day brings ... furnace experience is a plus--but we'll train the right person! Why You'll Love Working Here ⭐ ...
At SSAB, the Mechanical Maintenance Operator performs industrial mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, fabrication, and equipment modifications from the electric arc furnace through the caster.
At SSAB, the Mechanical Maintenance Operator performs industrial mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, fabrication, and equipment modifications from the electric arc furnace through the caster.
Melt Shop Laborer - Day and Night Shifts - Loxley, AL
Loxley, AL · On-site
$18 - $18.50/hr
This is a heavy industrial role working in a hot furnace environment. Candidates should be ... area ✅ Assist operators and team members as needed ✅ Perform physically demanding tasks ...
Quick apply
Melt Shop Laborer - Day and Night Shifts - Loxley, AL
Loxley, AL · On-site
$18 - $18.50/hr
This is a heavy industrial role working in a hot furnace environment. Candidates should be ... area ✅ Assist operators and team members as needed ✅ Perform physically demanding tasks ...
Melt Operator - 3rd shift
Tanner, AL · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
The Melt Operator is responsible for observation inside furnaces, using television screens, to ... Direct work crews in the cleaning and repair of furnace walls and flooring. * Inspect furnaces and ...
Quick apply
Melt Operator - 3rd shift
Tanner, AL · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
The Melt Operator is responsible for observation inside furnaces, using television screens, to ... Direct work crews in the cleaning and repair of furnace walls and flooring. * Inspect furnaces and ...
Operator Utility APL
Calvert, AL · On-site
Shot blasting and furnace experience preferred * Experience with HCl acid preferred TRAITS TO BE ... Training and providing leadership and guidance to Pickling Operators * Working with shot blasting ...
Operator Utility APL
Calvert, AL · On-site
Shot blasting and furnace experience preferred * Experience with HCl acid preferred TRAITS TO BE ... Training and providing leadership and guidance to Pickling Operators * Working with shot blasting ...
Shot blasting and furnace experience preferred * Experience with HCl acid preferred TRAITS TO BE ... Training and providing leadership and guidance to Pickling Operators * Working with shot blasting ...
Shot blasting and furnace experience preferred * Experience with HCl acid preferred TRAITS TO BE ... Training and providing leadership and guidance to Pickling Operators * Working with shot blasting ...
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| Aspect | Furnace Operator | Boiler Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Typically requires HVAC or furnace-specific certifications | Requires boiler operation licenses or certifications |
| Work Environment | Industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, power plants | Power plants, heating plants, industrial facilities |
| Job Responsibilities | Operate and monitor furnaces for heat production | Operate and maintain boilers for steam or hot water |
| Industry Usage | Manufacturing, energy, and processing industries | Power generation, heating, and industrial sectors |
While both Furnace Operators and Boiler Operators work in industrial settings managing heat-producing equipment, Furnace Operators focus on operating furnaces for heat generation, whereas Boiler Operators manage boilers for steam or hot water production. Certifications, work environments, and industry usage overlap, but their specific responsibilities differ based on the equipment they handle.
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A furnace operator controls a gas, coal, electric, oil, or other type of furnace in preparation to melt metal, usually at a foundry or refinery. Your duties include operating the machine on a daily basis and performing sample tests to verify that the equipment is functional. Your responsibilities may include making detailed analyses of the materials you melt, ensuring that every melting operation is performed to specifications, and conducting maintenance and safety checks on all equipment. The career requires excellent mechanical skills and the ability to use measurement tools such as calipers, gauges, and scales.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 9 days ago
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6.5
Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
ArcelorMittal Calvert uses the most innovative technology to create the steel that tomorrow's world will be made of. As part of a global organization, every day over 190,000 of our talented people, located in over 60 countries, push the boundaries of digitalization and use advanced technology to create a world that is stronger, faster, and smarter. Our strength comes from having a rich tapestry of high-performance, multi-cultural teams, each of them working together effectively to achieve the same organizational goals. ArcelorMittal Calvert promotes an innovative, diverse team experience, while supporting our team members in advancing their careers.
Located in Calvert, 35 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, our state-of-the-art steel processing facility has the capacity to process 5.3 million tons of high-value steel grades in the North America market. We are constantly striving to work safer and smarter, and to make our products stronger, lighter, and more sustainable so we can meet the ever-changing needs of our customers, our communities, and the wider world.
Health and Safety is our most important core value. We are convinced a strong health and safety performance leads to improved operational performance. Our focus on this value not only keeps people safe, but leads to a healthier, more sustainable business. We are pleased to share ArcelorMittal Calvert's recent site safety achievements:
- Our facility maintains ISO 45001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to meeting the highest standards in occupational health and safety management.
- In 2024, we achieved a Total Recordable Incident Rate 75% lower than the industry average for steel manufacturing.
- We celebrated a significant milestone in 2024, reaching 8 million hours worked without a lost-time incident.
ArcelorMittal Calvert recently expanded with the addition of a brand-new, cutting-edge Steelmaking facility in Calvert, AL. We invite you to apply to join us and become a part of forging the future of steel in Alabama for generations to come.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
The ideal candidate will provide furnace operations support by operating Steelmaking equipment and maintaining good quality steel within the highly automated Steelmaking facility to meet the business goals of ArcelorMittal Calvert.
The Basics:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- At least 3 year of experience working in a heavy industrial setting, such as steel mill, paper mill, manufacturing, mining, or like environment
- Advanced knowledge of tools and equipment used for industrial purposes, to include cranes, fork trucks, heavy machinery, and hand and power tools required
- Basic math and reading comprehension skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word)
The Extras:
- Previous experience working in steel manufacturing preferred
- Certification in operation of heavy machinery such as fork truck, crane, etc. desired
TRAITS TO BE SUCCESSFUL
- Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
- Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Makes good and timely decisions to keep the organization moving forward
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Operate and monitor steelmaking equipment to include Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle Metallurgy Furnace (LMF), and RH degasser
- Monitor slag levels
- Monitor position & condition of ladle during RH/LMF operations
- Collaborate with Furnace operator to control and maintain temperature of molten metal coming from furnaces; adjust as needed
- Use computerized controls to monitor rate of circulation of steel in vessel
- Take samples
- Add alloys according to recipe guidelines
- Monitor argon rinse process and limit delays in the refining process
- Observe all safety rules, to include lock out procedures
- Coordinate and work with all mill personnel in maintaining mill production
- Perform routine maintenance; assist maintenance personnel
- Monitor and notify supervision and maintenance personnel of any abnormal job and equipment conditions
- Operate and maintain mobile equipment to include fork trucks
- Training will be provided
- Demonstrates the company values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Relationships, and Sustainability
- Fulfills the commitment to ensure a safe and healthy work environment
- Fulfills the responsibilities required to achieve the Quality Commitment
- Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by fostering an environment that embodies trust and respect
- Ensure working knowledge of competencies as defined in ISO 14001 (current version), IATF 16949 (current version), and ISO 17025 (current version)
YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Industrial setting in the Melting area of the Steelmaking facility
- Indoor and outdoor environmental conditions with exposure to elevated noise levels and extreme heat; Will work around molten metal
- Required to work at heights of up to 50 ft.
- Personal protective equipment required
- Located in the Gulf coast region in Calvert, AL
- Shift: Rotating 12 hour shifts to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays with extended hours as required due to periods of peak workloads
- People with heart pacemakers or any there electronic medical device are strictly prohibited from entering the furnace area. These devices include implanted pacemakers or implantable cardiac defibrillators where the device may be affected. Individuals identified to potentially work in EMF affected areas should identify the specific device they have as part of a medical history and manufacturer's recommendations should be followed.
Please note: The Job Profile is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
BENEFITS TO MAKE YOUR WORLD BETTER
ArcelorMittal Calvert focuses on hiring the best candidates, so we strive to provide the best benefits and perks to make your world easier.
Health & Wellness - You can choose between a high deductible health insurance plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a traditional PPO plan with a Flex Spending Account (FSA) option. We provide excellent dental and vision coverage and an employee assistance program (EAP).
Financial Protection - We provide life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, AD&D insurance, and 401k with an employer match of 6%.
Compensation - We offer competitive pay with monthly bonuses as well as a comprehensive relocation package.
Workplace Flexibility - Paid vacation, starting at 10 days per year, increasing with tenure. Additionally, we provide 10 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and parental leave. ArcelorMittal Calvert believes in a positive work-life balance and offers flexible work hours and alternative schedules, depending on the position.
Career & Personal Development - We offer a tuition reimbursement program and provide in-house training on professional topics, technical skills, and leadership competencies.
Culture - Our culture is built on a foundation of its core values, which include safety, teamwork, accountability, relationships, and sustainability. We emphasize collaboration and recognize every individual's unique contribution, encouraging a diverse and inclusive workforce where all team members can grow and develop.
Way of Life - On-site 24/7 convenience mini markets are located throughout the site. ArcelorMittal Calvert has a strong commitment to community involvement. Team members can contribute and get involved in giving back to their communities.
If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-289-3000 or email AMNS.ApplicantTracking@arcelormittal.com to communicate your accommodation request. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.
ArcelorMittal Calvert is an EEO Employer: Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Disability, Age, Vet, and Other Protected Group Status.
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Headquarters location
Farmington Hills, MI, US