Heavy Equipment Operators

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Purpose Operate and maintain hot pit front-end loaders. As required, remove slag from EAF and transport it to the cooling building, where it will later be screened and loaded into trailers. Check in scrap trucks, coordinate off-loading locations, inspect scrap against specifications, and work with the scrap crane operator to maintain adequate inventory for melting requirements.

Operate and maintain loaders, haul trucks, hydraulic material handlers, and water trucks to manage scrap storage and distribution for proper melting operations. Remove slag pot skulls, ladle slag, and bottom pour debris from the melt shop in coordination with the Melting Supervisor. Screen and manage the handling of mill scale.

Ensure safe operations through proper execution of all procedures and programs. Safely operate all assigned equipment. Complete all pre-operational checklists and basic PM activities. Confirm incoming scrap meets appropriate specifications. Abide by all Finkl policies and procedures.

Education

High School diploma or GED required. Experiences & Skills: Ability to operate heavy equipment required. Previous experience operating a front-end loader required. Hot pit front-end loader experience strongly preferred. Previous experience operating a mobile crane/hydraulic material handler preferred. Experience operating haul trucks, water trucks, or other industrial mobile equipment is a plus.

Ability to perform basic equipment inspections, pre-operational checklists, and basic preventative maintenance. Previous experience in a steel mill, foundry, scrap yard, or other industrial environment is preferred.

Benefits

Extra $0.30 for working 2nd shift & extra $0.40 for working 3rd shift Medical, Dental and Vision benefits 401k Match & Profit Sharing STD and Life Insurance 10 paid holidays/PTO Quarterly Gainsharing Bonuses Flexible Spending Account Overtime and Double Time