Refractory Support Specialist
Job Summary
Role
The Refractory Support Specialist II uses their specialized knowledge of Calderys product portfolio to direct outside crews and represent the company as an on-site and first call technical liaison servicing two or more accounts completing fleet rotation(s) and specialized reporting. You will work directly with internal Customer Service and Sales Representatives to provide customer(s) with the most cost-effective product to fit their needs and establish Calderys as the product of choice.
Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting refractory lining drawings; teaching installation procedures to and providing guidance to correct procedures
Assisting customer(s) staff with all types of refractory installation methods including gunite pouring ramming pumping ceramic fibber and firebrick installation
Assisting customer(s) staff with cleaning and preparing ladles furnaces tundishes etc for repair relining and fabrication
Observing product performance at customer(s) site; performing in service inspections postmortem tear outs documenting findings and reviewing with the proper Calderys team member(s).
Taking care of the equipment its ongoing repair and maintenance. Repair of equipment in the event of a breakdown.
Taking care of your own safety and that of all employees in accordance with Calderys rules
Requirements
Ability to safely use of shooter and batch guns
Requires working knowledge of refractory lined units
Ability to operate a jib crane and ensure the rigging of the load is correct
Ability to safely operate a forklift
Ability to safely operate various hand and electrical tools
Ability to read understand and work in conformity with work orders as directed
Ability to detect and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
Organized individual with emphasis on quality and the ability to meet deadlines
Requires fundamental computer skills experience in excel a plus
Requires four years of refractory installation knowledge.
- Travel Required
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of the time standing walking using hands and fingers reaching climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling speaking hearing or smelling; requires less than 1/3 of the time sitting.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 75 pounds more than 2/3 of the time.
Vision: Requires accurate close distance color and peripheral vision and depth perception including the ability to adjust focus.
Environment: Requires more than 2/3 of the time working near moving mechanical parts and being exposed to airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions; 1/3 to 2/3 of the time in wet or humid conditions in extreme heat or cold and less than 1/3 of the time in an office setting in high places at risk of electrical shock and near vibration. May require wearing respirators hearing protection and/or other safety equipment.
- Noise: Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels).
Other Requirements
Ability to act with integrity/work ethics
Time-management and prioritization skills
Adaptability and resilience/tenacity
Proactivity and continuous improvement mindset
Collaborative mindset ability to work within a multicultural and multi-functional environment/global organisation (local-regional-global)
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook
English (professional usage)
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
HWI, a member of Calderys HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually ever ... View more