Mechanical Maintenance Operator - Melting & Casting at SSAB

Muscatine, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance, Welding, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Maintenance Engineering, Industrial Electricity, PLC Understanding, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Heavy Manufacturing, Structural Repairs, Safety Equipment

Industry

Primary Metal Manufacturing

Description

SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S. SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and salespeople to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure. Job purpose The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical maintenance background related to heavy manufacturing. This position will work rotating shifts. Duties and responsibilities: Perform the essential functions of a millwright with extensive welding applications Stick/Mig welding experience (overhead) Perform basic maintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systems in an industrial environment. Perform basic plumbing and pipefitting skills (ie. perform structural repairs to buildings, platforms, machinery, utility piping and structures at times in elevated positions). Perform maintenance engineering functions and repairs for all plant mechanical equipment. Possess basic knowledge of industrial electricity and understanding of how a PLCs’ interacts with the hydraulic systems and the operators. Install modifications to existing equipment as required Work in a team-oriented facility Assist in the development of solutions to operating problems and improvements to the processes as required Perform administrative tasks as may be assigned from time to time Qualifications: Education and Experience Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent GED or HSE Preferred Education: Associates degree or certificate in mechanical or electrical field Required Experience: Strong Mechanical background Minimum of 2 years of heavy industrial experience Preferred Experience: Heavy industry mechanical experience with basic PLC/electrical understanding. In addition, strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required. Pass Stick overhead 3G welding test. Minimum Microsoft Office suite computer skills are required Working conditions: The employee will frequently be required to: Sit, walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Reach above shoulder level and below waist level Use both hands for grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperatures Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods The employee will frequently be required to: Sit, walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Reach above shoulder level and below waist level Use both hands for grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperatures Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods The employee will occasionally be required to: Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds The position requires the following vision and hearing capabilities: Close, distance and peripheral vision Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus Hearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings The employee will work in the following conditions: Extreme hot and cold conditions Wet and humid conditions Amid fumes, dust, dirt, and smoke In confined areas, heights/high places and around equipment in motion Near moving parts of heavy machinery and high voltage equipment Amid noise While wearing personal protective / safety equipment to prevent injury from noise and environmental hazards Position Type – Work Hours – Travel Requirements Position is full time, hourly and is eligible for overtime Works rotating 12-hour swing shifts – days/nights, alternating weekends, some holidays and overtime No travel requirements SSAB BENEFITS – starting at hire! Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus Very Affordable Health Insurance Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical CVS/Caremark Prescription Delta Dental Superior Vision 401(k) with Employer Match Profit Sharing 10 Paid Holidays Vacation Company Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD* Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Healthcare and Dependent Care Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program SSAB's vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world. SSAB's values form the guiding principles of our company. They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior, and describe what we stand for. Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things. SSAB's values are: Driven - Together we create value True - Do what is right Ahead - Future in mind #LI-DNP

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical maintenance tasks including welding and repairs on hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Work collaboratively in a team to develop solutions for operational problems and improve processes.