Furnace Operator

Pier Foundry & Pattern Shop, Inc. is an industry leader in the manufacturing of grey and ductile iron castings. With over 130 years of experience and tradition, Pier Foundry delivers high quality castings with the shortest lead times in the business. We are currently seeking committed, hardworking, and reliable individuals to fill this role in our heavy industrial manufacturing environment! WAGE: $22.50 per hour SHIFT: 10-hour shifts: M-Th- 5:00AM-3:30PM + Overtime, when available. Occasional weekend shifts for furnace reline. BENEFITS: Competitive Wage + Overtime When Available Medical/Dental/Life Insurance and Long-term/Short-term Disability 401k + Match Paid Time Off Health Savings Account Safety Focused Environment Opportunities for Advancement On-the-job Training Parental Leave Referral Program REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor - Melt JOB SUMMARY: Fully cross trained in all aspects of Melt department to flex into roles as needed throughout the day to achieve agreed upon performance levels with respect to job safety, quality, production, housekeeping and delivery. Perform all duties within the Melt department as required. PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position involves regular: bending and lifting; continuous standing for long periods of time on anti-fatigue mats; pushing, pulling, and carrying of heavy parts and machines repetitively, must be able to use arms, hands, legs and feet in repetitive motions. Must be able to wear required PPE including safety boots, ear plugs, hard hat with face shield, gloves, flame-retardant jacket, apron, spats. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED. 2+ years “hands-on” production experience in a foundry Melt department. Knowledge of charging practices, metal chemistries and refractory’s. Ability to communicate in English minute by minute production updates via two-way radio – required. Prior experience successfully working with ISO 9001 requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES and TASKS: Organizes work for smooth operation of the Melt department through coordinating activities including: Assist Shift Supervisor in identifying and requisitioning needed department supplies. Oversee and ensure department cleanliness (pouring decks, pouring line pits, dumpers, preheater, front furnace pit, ladle reline area, etc.) Responsible for the restocking of melt consumables Perform Melt department tasks as needed including: Assist furnace operator at key points in process, run furnace when needed Performs production test to assure quality iron is being produced Operates distribution and pouring ladles as needed Assist in shifting/line tending as needed Responsible for relining and up-keep of distribution, pouring ladles and starter blocks Assist in furnace relines, overhauls and patching Maintain and clean equipment including ladles, furnace covers, starter blocks, torches, temperature sticks and charge buckets, etc. Completes daily melt hoist inspections. Other duties as assigned. All job offers are contingent on passing drug/alcohol test and criminal background check. 10-hour shifts: M-Th- 5:00AM-3:30PM + Overtime, when available. Occasional weekend shifts for furnace reline.