Production Foreman

Production Foreman

SMS Mill Services, LLC is a leader in the steel mill services industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/workers' safety and handling all operations with integrity. SMS is seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused Production Foreman for its Mingo Junction, OH location. Front line operations role responsible for direct supervision of daily activities of employees. Utilizes employees in the most efficient manner to maximize production and minimize costs. Leads and maintains the highest safety standards within the host Mill.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe workplace. Lead by example and adhere to safety requirements in a scrap and slag yard environment. Always wearing proper PPE and addressing any employee not adhering to PPE requirements.
• Lead a production team and effectively manage each shift to maximize production and minimize costs in the most efficient manner.
• Prepare daily reports and provide information to management as needed, including ensuring all inspections and operation checklists required to be completed by hourly employees are prepared and submitted appropriately.
• Meet K P's (Key Performance Indicators) to meet or exceed efficiency and performance standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with SMS policies, and all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
• Control and coordination of mill service activities as delegated, including:
• Scrap unloading and loading.
• Scrap breaking, shearing and cutting (in conjunction with supervisor of the burning floor)
• Rental work with personnel and equipment
• Environmental services
• MR Plant Operations
• Scrap inspection
• Timely rail services to the Customer.
• Rail car repair
• Ensure correct completion of all job-specific, employee-related paperwork including toolbox talks, daily activity sheet, timesheets and designated work permits.
• Help prepare production schedules for each project to ensure the appropriate use of personnel, equipment and working schedules.
• Plan for efficient and effective operations, including compliance with all company policies, practices and procedures, including with respect to spare parts, equipment and other on site resource needs.
• Help monitor the production process and adjust schedule as needed to manage headcounts and payroll expenses.
• Ensure employee compliance with standard operating procedure for all production operations.
• Work safely and ensure that employees are working safely during all phases of performing the job duties required.
• Communicate clearly, including providing on-the-job training and assistance as needed.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all expenses are submitted and authorized prior to any financial commitments and receipts of all goods and services are completed within the correct financial period.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including Environmental, Safety and Health guidelines and best practices, including mitigating risks associated with contractors and vendor insurance and indemnification.
• Comply with cost savings initiatives, identify and recognize ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue, including treating any company expenses the same as you would if it was your own money.
• Function as part of the management team and align with core values to meet company policies and goals.
• Escalating and reporting issues that require further assistance as appropriate.
• Plan, participate and actively contribute to internal and external business meetings as necessary and appropriate.
• Establish and maintain good housekeeping practices to eliminate hazards to employees.

Physical Demands Ability to walk more than 1000 yards; stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift and carry no more than 50 lbs.; climb stairs and/or ladders; stooping; crawling; reaching; handling; pushing; pulling; twisting; kneeling; squatting; seeing; speaking; hearing; problem solving, discretion and independent judgment; regular and dependable attendance. Working Conditions Requires physical exertion with exposure to natural elements -- working in scrap processing and production environment at an active steel mill. SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.