Build Your Future with Gerdau – Forklift/Saw Operator

Do you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and being part of a team that builds something meaningful? At Gerdau, we’re not just making steel—we’re shaping the future. Join us in our cultural and digital transformation and help create the Gerdau We Are Creating.

Pay & Schedule

$63,000–$68,000/year total compensation

Hourly pay: $20.43/hr to start, increasing to $22.08/hr after 90 days

Production bonus + shift premium

354 hours of scheduled overtime annually

What We Do

We turn raw materials into steel products used in cars, buildings, appliances, and more. Our mills support industries that keep the world moving.

What We Offer

• Day-one benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement & career training
• Life insurance, EAP, and health advocate services
• A safe, diverse, and team-oriented workplace

What You’ll Do

• Cut and bundle steel to meet custom orders
• Operate saws, cranes, forklifts, and conveyors
• Perform quality checks and follow ASTM standards
• Keep your area clean and organized (5S)
• Communicate clearly with your team and follow safety rules

What You Need

• 1–3 years of industrial or production experience
• Forklift and/or crane experience
• Ability to pass Gerdau’s entrance and fit-for-duty exams
• Physical ability to lift, climb, bend, and operate equipment

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Gerdau, we invest in people, processes, and technology to build a better future—for our employees and our communities. If you're ready to grow your skills, earn great pay, and be part of a team that values your work, apply today.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.. 

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com