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Talascend is currently seeking a Refractory Specialist for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Calvert, Alabama. Overview The ideal candidate will lead refractory usage and organization of refractory operations for the Steelmaking team, including providing guidance and feedback to refractory operators to meet the business goals. Responsibilities Fulfill the commitment to ensure a safe and healthy work environment Monitor and evaluate Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle Metallurgy Facility (LMF), Ladle, RH, and Caster refractory performances to include state and degradation time Identify appropriate counter measures in case of non-achievement of refractory performance targets Manage production equipment process parameters, identify deviations to standard that have influence on refractory performance, and implement corrective measures Organize and coordinate refractory repair and reline works for EAF, LMF, Ladle, RH, tundish Monitor refractory team and refractory contractor work progression Contribute to incident root cause analysis and corrective actions Take the ownership to seek and correct issues regarding refractory Write & update work instructions for refractory works and organize related HIRAC review (Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Control) Lead or participate in continuous improvement activities Perform new material trials (brick and/or concrete) Work with EAF, LMF, RH, caster interfaces for the overall benefit of steel making mill Communicate and plan with the maintenance team the maintenance needs of refractory maintenance equipment and contractors Provide a refractory expertise to technology team for improvement projects implementation Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by fostering an environment that embodies trust and respect Monitor inventory levels of refractory and related consumables; communicate with procurement and refractory vendors to ensure optimal refractory inventories are maintained Qualifications High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Management, or similar field preferred Minimum of 3 years of refractory experience in a steelmaking factory required Requirements Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills Intermediate computer skills to include SAP and Microsoft Office In depth knowledge of steelmaking refractory and concrete material Technical knowledge of Caster, Melt Shop, Ladle Metallurgy Facility (LMF), and/or RH desired Extensive knowledge of steelmaking refractory works and gunning operations Excellent communications skills working with professionals, operations/maintenance personnel, and construction trades Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder Shift Office and industrial setting in the steel making facility. During first ~2 years, construction setting.We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.