Finishing Operator

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Finishing Operator

Position Purpose / Mission

The Finishing Operator rotates through several tasks during a normal workday and is responsible for completing the final stages of the rolling process. This includes operating and monitoring finishing equipment for both coil and cut-to-length steel. Full on-the-job training is provided for the Stelmor cooling conveyor, bar line conveyor, coil trimming, straight bar shear saw, stacking table, and all required packaging processes.

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Position Specifics

- 12-hour shift schedule 6:00pm-6:00am/6:00am-6:00pm
- 5-2-2-5 rotation.
- Pay is $24.25 per hour plus a $2.25 night shift premium.

Physical Requirements

- Constant standing and lifting up to 75 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, walking, and lifting up to 10 lbs.
- Occasional work below waist level, pushing/pulling, carrying, extended reaching beyond 15 inches, fine motor tasks, and forceful motion.
- Minimal climbing, balancing, overhead reaching, foot use, and occasional lifting over 100 lbs.
- Must meet all physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as detailed in the Job Analysis Database.

Minimum Qualifications

- High School Diploma or GED, or willingness to enroll in our free GEDWorks program.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Basic math and communication skills.
- Strong collaboration, instruction-following, and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

- Forklift and/or overhead crane experience.
- Previous manufacturing experience.
- Safety awareness or related training.

Major Accountabilities

- Operate the Stelmor and bar line conveyors.
- Trim coil front and back end rings to quality specifications.
- Operate coil compactor and coil handling equipment.
- Operate the shear saw and stacking table.
- Operate a forklift.
- Maintain trimming equipment and manage scrap ring disposal.
- Follow all packaging requirements.
- Perform additional plant duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Support internal customer needs by working collaboratively with team members.
- Comply with all safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
- Meet all essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).