Production Associate-Melt Operator (2nd Shift)
Production Associate-Melt Operator (2nd Shift)
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Job Description
Refractory and Melt Deck production associates complete a variety of operations tasks that promote the efficient melting and mixing of iron in the Spin Line department. This role requires employees to take on added technical/mechanical responsibility. They are required to learn mechanical and metalogical skills to ensure the mix of pour is ideal for the entire process.
Essential Functions:
Operate overhead crane to move raw material from raw material yard to charge cars for melting process and transfer iron to holding furnace
Weigh material
Monitor and add alloys as needed
Perform temperature checks on the electric melt furnace
Slag furnace removing impurities fromdegree molten iron
Charge and operate the furnace to melt the materials for the full melt cycle
Enter and retrieve data from the computer
Perform routine preventive maintenance
Pour molten iron from furnace to transfer ladle
Sintering and cold starts
Maintain a clean work environment in accordance with the 5S guidelines
Operate industrial powered equipment
Perform all other duties as assigned
Knock out pour and rebuild the following:
Runner Box I Ladles and Slag Poles
Complete the weekly PMs on melt furnace which includes:
Knocking out slag from the furnace wall
Inspecting furnace lining
Repair furnace lining
Set furnace up for the next operating day and load travel car
Melt Trough repair and or rebuild
Rebuild melt furnace
Remove condo
Cut trench in old lining
Set furnace to push out old liner
Push out old liner
Clean and inspect furnace wall
Repair furnace wall grouting back areas of concern
Prepare furnace for relining
Set forms and prepare for materials to reline furnace
Use proper procedures for adding of materials for relining furnace
Perform relining and set up furnace for starting of centering cycle.
Vessel dismantling and rebuilding
Disassemble vessel
Knock out old materials and clean
Prepare vessel for reassemble
Pore lining and reassemble and set vessel up for test
Set vessel on heat to dry
Bull ladles knock out and repour
Be able to repair 50ton furnace and #1 and #2 trough on the spin line
Install and repair all refractory work related to operations including furnaces iron ladles troughs runner boxes slag paddles intermediate ladles installing nozzles etc. Example: chip out the old lining from a furnace and install new lining
Inspect equipment to detect faulty performance and conditions to avoid breakdown
Document information daily related to refractory work
Backup Melt Crane Operator / Transfer Ladle Operator / Melt Furnace Operator
Operate industrialpowered equipment
Crosstrain other employees as required
Perform all other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required Ability to obtain certification to drive industrial powered equipment (example: Fork Truck)
Physical Demands:
Moderate to heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs with assistance)
Ability to go up and down stairs multiple times per day
Prolonged extensive or considerable standing/walking
Lift supplies/equipment
Pushes/pulls or moves/ lifts heavy equipment/supplies with assist depending on weight
Manual dexterity and mobility
Considerable reaching stooping bending kneeling crouching
Far Acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more
Near Acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
Depth Perception: ability to judge distance and space relationships
Field of Vision: ability to see peripherally
Accommodation: ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus
Environmental Conditions Extreme heat exposure when working around slagging furnace. Temperature Changes: Variations in temperature from hot to cold depending on weather. Hazards: Conditions where there is danger to life body and/or health. Noise: Sufficient noise to cause distraction or possible hearing loss.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
