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Ladle Refining Operator

Job in Ghent, Carroll County, Kentucky, 41045, USA
Listing for: North American Stainless
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-03
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 50000 USD Yearly USD 35000.00 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Ghent

GENERAL

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This purpose of the Ladle Refiner is maintaining the operation of the LSS and LMF. Ladle Refiner ensures the temperature and chemistry of each heat through the LMF/LSS. They are to ensure the LMF/LSS is running as efficient as possible on their shift and work closely with the Melt Shop Shift Leader to ensure shop pacing.

Essention

Job Functions:
  • Operation of LSS / LMF ladle car.
  • Initiation of sample taking and ensure the samples are sent to the lab.
  • Initiation of temperature taking.
  • Delivery of raw materials correctly through material feeding system.
  • Assist with Slide Gate Leader on any slidegate duties as needed.
  • General Housekeeping.
  • Maintenance as required.
  • Maintenance during outages.
  • Responsible for all pertinent paper work.
  • Work as team with all other departments.
  • Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by AOD/Ladle Prep Supervisor.
  • Work area is cleaned, stocked, and 6S at all times.
  • Electrodes at LMF are slipped and full to ensure proper operation.
  • Let the ladle prep leader know if there are any issues that needs to be addressed in order for you to perform your job in a safe manner. Also, bring it up to the group lead that your concern can get resolved.
  • Monitor thermal vision during processing and alert the shift leader to any concerns with ladles before there's a failure.
  • Ensure the top lance is in working order and change if needed.
  • Make certain each heat goes to the caster at the request temperature to maintain shop pacing.
  • Ensure LMF/LSS wire is stocked and in the correct feeders.
  • SUPPLEMENTAL

    JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs.
  • Going to all safety and communication meetings.
  • Maintain work area to 6S standard.
  • Participate in TPM,SMED, and other auxiliary programs.
  • Training on the Ladle Prep deck involving slide gate and IPV maintenance.
  • MINIMUM EDUCATION,

    SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum of High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must work well with others.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Time Management Skills.
  • Basic Computer Skills.
  • PHYSICAL ABILITIES

    REQUIRED:
    • Mobility in plant
    • While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb 2 flights of stairs, etc.
    • The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
    • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
    • Visual ability with or without correction
    • Communication abilities
    • Climbing, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling
    • Must be able to work in a high heat environment
    • Ability to work a rotating shift (rotating from days to nights on a weekly or bi-weekly schedule)
    HEALTH AND SAFETY:
  • Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
  • Follow Company safety rules
  • Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
  • Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn:
    • a. Safety shoes
    • b. Safety glasses
    • c. Hearing protection
    • d. Hard Hat
    • e. Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
    • f. Fire Retardant clothing
    • g. Acid PPE
    • h. Silver jacket
    • i. Face shield
    • j. High temp gloves
  • Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy
  • Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines
  • Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
  • Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.
  • HUMAN RESOURCES:
  • Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
  • Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
  • Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
  • Abiding by all security procedures
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
  • Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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