Production Lead - 1st Shift

About Olympic Steel:

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first - always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization.

Job Description

The Production Lead (1st Shift) will be responsible for loading/unloading material for incoming and outgoing shipment and verifying all necessary paperwork is completed. They will assist with quality checks and completing all necessary paperwork for outgoing material. Also, they will assist in the transport of materials between buildings, utilizing overhead cranes, yard trucks, etc. and communicate production needs based on shipment schedule. The Production Lead also acts as the safety liaison while on the warehouse floor.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures
• Knowledge of basic computer applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook. ERP experience preferred
• Experienced with overhead cranes, forklifts, yard trucks and various operations equipment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work both independently and with a team of diverse individuals
• Ability to plan and schedule to meet customer needs
• Ability to lead and train other employees
• Experience with stainless and carbon steel as well as aluminum strongly preferred
• Mig, Tig and Flux core experience preferred
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints and schematics strongly preferred

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; and various opportunities to earn cash bonuses. And, we offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact - at our company, in the local community and in the world. See for yourself at IamOlympicSteel.com.