Aluminum Furnace Operator

Aluminum Furnace Operator

Now hiring for an Aluminum Furnace Operator in Southfield, MI. Pay rate: $17.96 per hour. Employment type: 6-month assignment, full-time, 40 hours per week.

This Aluminum Furnace Operator job in Southfield is made for people who like to stay busy and build something real. You'll learn fast, move fast, and stack that pay every week. Looking for Aluminum Furnace Operator jobs in Southfield where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• Experience in foundry operations, aluminum melting, metal casting, or industrial manufacturing is a plus.
• Knowledge of aluminum melting furnaces and safe molten metal handling preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification and safely operate material handling equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds with assistance when needed.
• Capable of standing, bending, squatting, and working in a physically demanding environment for extended periods.

Responsibilities:

• Melt and pour aluminum into sand molds using safe and efficient pouring techniques.
• Operate tilt, pit, and dip-out gas-fired furnaces while maintaining proper melt temperatures.
• Inspect and maintain furnace crucibles, ladles, and related equipment.
• Monitor scrap-to-ingot ratios and maintain accurate production and heat records.
• Apply mold weights prior to pouring and ensure quality casting standards are met.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, forklifts, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Participate in training programs and work overtime as needed.

Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-focused manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

About Us:

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.