Job Type
Full-time
Description
Charge and operate electric arc furnace and Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) vessel to melt and purify metal.
- Pour test samples and make necessary adjustments to bring the heat into proper chemistry and temperature.
- Perform melt and pour activities.
- Operate and adjust AOD vessel to obtain proper chemical composition of metal.
- Assist in repair and replacement of furnace refractory including complete relining when needed.
- Operate power lift truck as needed to transport materials.
- Operate other melt furnaces during periods when Arc/AOD work is not being preformed.
- Train and instruct new melters.
Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs.
- Basic math skills and tape measure utilization.
- Ability to operate overhead crane.
- Ladle/funnel and/or furnace repair experience preferred.
- Melting or casting experience helpful.