Ferrocut Operator/Burner

Harsco’s Environmental division is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

As a Ferrocut Operator/Burner, you will play a key role in supporting steel mill operations by preparing, burning, and cutting steel materials to specified sizes and shapes using heavy equipment and flame-cutting tools. This position involves operating mill equipment, performing cutting and burning tasks, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment such as Ferrocut machine, loaders, material handlers, and other mobile equipment used in steel mill environments.
• Perform flame cutting and oxy-fuel burning operations to cute, prepare, and size steel components according to work orders and specs. 
• Set up, adjust, and monitor burner/torch equipment to maintain efficient, accurate cuts. 
• Inspect materials before and after cutting for quality control.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance or cleaning tasks.
• Follow all company, mill, and safety policies to maintain a safe work environment,

High School Diploma or GED

Experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial setting is preferred

Hands on experience with industrial cutting, flame cutting or oxy-fuel burning is a strong advantage

Ability to read and interpret work orders, technical instructions, and safety guidelines

Strong committment to safety and ability to work in high heat, noisy, and physically demanding steel mill environment

Good communication skills and ability to work as a team

“We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company matching.

Harsco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on the Harsco Environmental website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco Environmental offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact at sgeibel@harsco.com and Harsco Environmental will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job.  Please email only for disability application. No other inquiries will receive a response.

Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.”