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Machinist

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC
East Chicago, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/16/2026

Location: East Chicago, IN

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel has an immediate opportunity for a Machinist at our East Chicago, Indiana operation.The ideal candidate is safety-focused, quality-driven, and experienced in producing precision parts to print while supporting on-time delivery and continuous improvement.

The role will be part of our United Steelworkers (USW) union compensation, benefits, and pension agreement.

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate CNC and/or manual machines (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.) to produce parts per specifications.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and work instructions.
  • Fit and assemble machined parts and dismantle mill maintenance equipment.
  • Operate pendant, remote crane, and lift truck as necessary.
  • Performs any layout work of parts as required.
  • Calculates and determines dimensions, tapers, indices, and other data using shop formulas and handbooks.
  • Measure and inspect parts using precision instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators).
  • Troubleshoot machining issues and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, organized work area.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 4 years of proven machinist experience in a job shop or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Have earned a high school diploma, GED, or equivalency from an accredited institution.
  • Be able to work full-time, including rotating shifts, and weekends.
  • Must passrequired testing.
  • Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Have a machinist certificate or card.
  • Strong measurement skills; GD&T.
  • Experience with CNC controls (Haas, Mazak).

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail tocareers@clevelandcliffs.comor call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

 

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