Melt Shop Manager - EAF/Ladle Furnace

Company: Jobot
Location: Peoria
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Metal Shop Manager - American-made steel fabricated wire products This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal Elkhateib Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: A leading U.S.-based steel manufacturer—recognized for over a century of industry leadership—is seeking a skilled Melt Shop Manager to oversee daily operations at one of the largest wire and rod mills in the country. Producing over 700,000 tons of steel annually, this facility plays a critical role in serving industries across North America. The operation is known for its commitment to sustainability, quality control, and 100% domestic production—offering a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact at a nationally significant site. Why join us? Medical Dental Vision 401K State-of-the-art Facility Join a legacy steel producer with a deep commitment to quality and American-made manufacturing. Work in a culture that values sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Job Details What You'll Do: Lead daily melt shop operations, including melting, refining, and casting. Manage a high-performing team (8 direct reports and 60 hourly employees) focused on safety, production targets, and equipment reliability. Drive continuous improvement in process efficiency, resource utilization, and cost control. Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. Collaborate with leadership to align production goals with customer demand and service expectations. Requirements: 10 years of experience in melting, casting, and refining operations, with a strong background in Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) operations OR LMS experience —preferably high-density MIDI (HDMI). Proven leadership experience managing EAF furnace teams, with an emphasis on furnace balancing, energy optimization, and slag management. Knowledge of furnace refractory systems, electrode control, charge material optimization, tap-to-tap time reduction, and ladle metallurgy. Experience working with SCADA, PLCs, or Level 1/Level 2 automation systems is highly desirable. Strong safety record in high-temperature, high-voltage environments. Excellent communication and team leadership skills. Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. Familiarity with steel mill KPIs such as yield, energy per ton, and uptime/maintenance cycle metrics. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. 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You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy Company Description Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values. Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com. Company Description Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.

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