SAULT STE. MARIE (August 3, 2017) – Essar Steel Algoma Inc., doing business as ‘Algoma’, is currently recruiting for 63 production positions. Advertised on the company’s website today, these roles range from general labour duties, to the receipt of raw materials and shipment of product, to production operations.

Jim Rennie, Vice President Human Resources commented on the announcement, “People talk about a lack of jobs for our youth. The fact is we have hired 270 people in the last 18 months into salaried, trades and production positions.  These are good, full time career opportunities at very competitive wages.  These are the kinds of jobs that support families and build communities.”

Mr. Rennie went on to say, “We have 700 employees eligible to retire today. As these people transition into retirement there is a positive net new economic impact in our community – one collecting a pension, another collecting a salary.  We may not be growing our headcount, but our demographics are shifting and this means opportunity for those seeking both entry level and mid-career jobs.”

To qualify for a production position, candidates must have their grade 12 diploma or equivalent and be able to satisfy all necessary pre-employment testing. Preference is given to those with a related post-secondary diploma or degree, an AZ or DZ license, and/or relevant industrial work experience.  Additional criteria are outlined in the job posting on the company website.  Qualified candidates are invited to send their resume to [email protected] before September 30, 2017.

In addition to production positions, a further 45 trades and professional job opportunities are currently available. For more information on these positions, candidates are invited to visit the company website at www.algoma.com or follow Algoma on Linked In.

 

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Algoma is based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. As a fully integrated steel producer, the Company manufactures hot and cold rolled steel products including sheet and plate.

Essar Steel Algoma Inc. filed for creditor protection under the Company’s Creditors Arrangement Act on November 9, 2015. The Sale and Investment Solicitation Process was launched on February 11, 2016.  Relevant documents can be found on the Monitor’s website at www.ey.com/ca/essaralgoma and on the Prime Clerk website at http://cases.primeclerk.com/EssarSteel.

While the company is officially doing business as Algoma, the company remains Essar Steel Algoma Inc. for legal and financial purposes for the duration of the restructuring process.

 

 

Company Contact:

Brenda Stenta

Manager Corporate Communications

Phone: +1.705.945.2209

E-mail: [email protected]