This position ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective refractory maintenance and performance while supervising hourly employees, supporting production goals, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement in refractory life and operational reliabilityCore Responsibilities:Maintenance Leadership & Workforce ManagementLead, supervise, and develop hourly refractory employees to ensure safe and productive work practices. 1+ year of experience in a steel mill or heavy industrial manufacturing environmentPrior lead or foreman experience preferredWorking knowledge of melting, casting, or rolling operationsExperience in a unionized environment strongly preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent required; with a minimum of 3 years' experience in melting, casting, refractory.