Refractory Tundish Yard Operator, BRS
U.S. Steel · ussteel.com
United StatesEntry level1+ yrs
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The job in short
Operating tundish yard equipment for refractory work.
Details
- Found
- 14 d ago · posted 2026-10-07
- Location as listed
- Osceola, US-Non-Exempt, Big River Steel LLC
- Role
- Production / Machine Operator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Ensure policies, procedures, and all activities are carried out to support BRS goals and objectives at the Tundish Yard on their respective crew assignments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensure Safety, Environmental, Quality requirements and “where applicable” ResponsibleSteel requirements are followed.
• Capable of safely and efficiently operating a remote overhead crane and a forklift.
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are carried out in the yard and surrounding areas.
• Capable of following a work instruction to safely and efficiently inspect and replace refractories in hot Tundish’s.
• Capable of following a work instruction to safely and efficiently inspect and rebuild chop gate systems.
• Support other areas in Refractory and the Shop as needed to strengthen BRS profitability and continual improvement.
• Assist maintenance with any repairs in the ladle bricking area.
Qualifications:
• Quality, detail, and safety oriented; mechanically inclined and self-motivated.
• Good insight into team dynamics with strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• High School diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Previous related experience preferred.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Environment is typical for a steel mill refractory area, with extreme temperatures, high noise levels, and dusty areas. Physically demanding work and the ability to routinely lift and move heavy objects in this environment will be required during the shift. Typical shifts are 4 on 4 off 12 hours, which rotate from days to nights. This results in working some weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not supervise others.
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