Melting-Labor

Melting Furnace Operator Job Location: Brewton, AL Position Type: Full Time Foundry workers typically work 40 hours per week, but they may work overtime during busy periods. Job Duties: Making detailed analyses of the materials melted, ensuring that every melting operation is performed to specifications. Monitoring furnaces to ensure that temperatures do not fluctuate too much or drift out of safe ranges. Monitoring equipment and processes to ensure that they are functioning properly, so that production can continue without interruption. Mixing chemicals used in the casting process, such as silican, carbon and various other periodic table elements. Transfer molten metal from one area to another. Safely add scrap metal to molten iron. Clean and maintain all melting and holding furnaces. Operates cranes and forklifts to move raw materials within the foundry and finished products out of the foundry. Maintaining records of all materials used in the casting process. Maintain a safe and clean working environment. Job Requirements: Education: high school diploma or GED certificate. 5+ years experience in the metal foundry industry would be beneficial. Ability to stand all day and lift up to 50 pounds.