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This role requires strict adherence to all safety protocols, including performing pre-shift equipment inspections and conducting a 360-degree walk-around visual inspection before operation. Duties include coordinating with pot carriers to control dumping, overseeing the de-skulling process, managing quenching pits, and following correct digging techniques to prevent hazards. 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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and listen in potentially noisy indoor and outdoor environments. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on both flat and uneven surfaces, sit, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. This job requires the employee to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.\nRequired Education and Experience:\nHigh school diploma or GED\nValid Driver’s License \nWillingness to work in a Steel Mill\nExperience in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred but not required\nVocational training as a Hot Pit Loader\nOther Duties:\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with notice.\nAAP/EEO Statement:\nPhoenix Global provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.\nJob Type: Full-time\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nMedical insurance\nVision insurance\nDental insurance\nPaid time off\nCompensation and Benefits\nBase pay $25.00 an hour.\nIn addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. 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