Inflation and Metal Prices: Managing Volatility in Steel Mill Operations
In today’s volatile economic environment, steel mills are under more pressure than ever. Raw material prices are swinging unpredictably. Supply chains remain fragile. Energy costs continue to rise. Meanwhile, customers demand consistent pricing, timely delivery, and uncompromising quality.
This reality
How AI and Automation Are Reshaping Steel Operations—and Hiring Needs
Picture walking into a steel plant today versus five years ago. The difference is striking. Where workers once manually monitored blazing furnaces and relied on experience to spot potential problems, now sophisticated AI systems predict equipment failures weeks in advance.
The Strategic Value of Scrap: How Recycling is Driving Demand for Specialized Talent
How a “waste” material became the cornerstone of sustainable steel production—and why finding the right people to handle it has never been more critical.
There’s something beautifully ironic about scrap metal. What was once considered industrial waste has quietly become
From Mill Floor to Boardroom: Career Paths in the Modern Metals Industry
Provide insights into the evolving career trajectories within the metals sector. Share success stories of professionals who advanced from operational roles to leadership positions, illustrating the potential for growth and the role of strategic recruitment in this journey.
From Mill
The Rise of Green Steel: What It Means for Talent and Technology
Something big is happening in the steel industry, and if you’re not paying attention, you’re going to get left behind.
I’m talking about green steel—and no, this isn’t just another buzzword that consultants are throwing around. This is a …
The Talent Gap in Steel: Why Specialized Recruiting is Critical in 2025
Let’s be honest about something that’s keeping steel industry leaders awake at night: finding good people has become nearly impossible.
I’m not talking about the usual “we need more applications” problem. I’m talking about the kind of challenge that makes …
C-Suite Executives in Steel & Metals: Leading the Industry Forward
Are you ready to lead the transformation of one of the world’s most vital industries?
At Square Set Metals, we specialize in connecting proven executive leaders with the most impactful opportunities in steel and metals. If you’re actively …
Raw Steels MMI: Steel Prices Decrease, Surge of Vietnamese Steel Imports Fuel Dumping Concerns
The Following Post was Written by Nichole Bastin
The Raw Steels Monthly Metals Index (MMI) remained sideways, with a modest 1.33% decline from May to June.
As a whole, U.S. flat rolled steel prices appeared bearish, accelerating declines throughout June. …
Square Set Metals Recruiting at NASCC 2023
Thank you for all Clients and Candidates that visited us Booth #1940 at NASCC/AISC 2023 this year in Charlotte NC.
We met many new people and made some new friends and memories as well.
See you in 2024!…
Green Steel
The first article discusses the announcement by SSAB, a Swedish #steel company, that it has produced the world’s first fossil-free steel using hydrogen instead of coking coal. The process, called HYBRIT, emits only water vapor instead of carbon dioxide. This …