Heat Treat Operation Technician

At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Starting Wage: $27.50/hour + Monthly Performance Incentive Bonus Opportunities

At Oregon Steel Mills, our strength starts with our people.

We work as one team to solve problems, improve processes, and deliver quality products safely and efficiently.

If you're looking for a challenging, hands-on career in a heavy industrial environment with outstanding benefits and advancement opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Oregon Steel Mills?

We believe our employees deserve a compensation package that supports them both at work and at home.

Benefits begin on your first day of employment and include:


* Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families


* Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options


* Paid vacation and recognized holidays


* Monthly performance incentive bonus opportunities


* 401(k) with a 5% company match


* Additional employer-funded retirement savings plan


* Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage


* Tuition reimbursement programs


* Wellness initiatives


* Career advancement and apprenticeship opportunities

Position Summary

The Heat Treat Operation Technician plays a critical role in the safe movement, processing, and tracking of steel plate throughout the heat treat operation.

This position combines remote crane operation, material handling, quality support, and production coordination in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Successful candidates are safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

This position operates on a 12-hour shift schedule.

What Makes This Role Unique?

Unlike many entry-level manufacturing positions, the Heat Treat Operation Technician develops specialized skills that are highly valued in industrial operations.

Team members learn crane operation, steel handling, production logistics, and process flow management.

The role provides a strong foundation for advancement into higher-skilled operations and leadership positions throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities


* Safely operate remote-controlled overhead cranes to move, stack, and position steel plate


* Load and unload steel plate onto roll line, trucks, and railcars


* Prepare material samples for testing using cutting and grinding equipment


* Tag, mark, and identify steel products accurately


* Enter production and inventory information into computerized systems


* Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment


* Perform routine housekeeping and maintain a safe work area


* Follow established operating procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements


* Support production needs and perform ad...