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Machine Operator - Melt Deck/Refractory (2nd Shift)

Full-time
Job Description

Refractory and Melt Deck production associates complete a variety of operations tasks that promote the efficient melting and mixing of iron in the Spin Line department. This role requires employees to take on added technical/mechanical responsibility. They are required to learn mechanical and metalogical skills to ensure the mix of pour is ideal for the entire process.


Essential Functions:

  • Operate overhead crane to move raw material from raw material yard to charge cars for melting process and transfer iron to holding furnace
  • Weigh material
  • Monitor and add alloys as needed
  • Perform temperature checks on the electric melt furnace
  • Slag furnace removing impurities from 2650 - 2800 degree molten iron
  • Charge and operate the furnace to melt the materials for the full melt cycle
  • Enter and retrieve data from the computer
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance
  • Pour molten iron from furnace to transfer ladle
  • Sintering and cold starts
  • Maintain a clean work environment in accordance with the 5S guidelines
  • Operate industrial powered equipment
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
  • Knock out, pour, and rebuild the following:
  • Runner Box, I- Ladles, and Slag Poles
  • Complete the weekly PMs on melt furnace, which includes:
  • Knocking out slag from the furnace wall
  • Inspecting furnace lining
  • Repair furnace lining
  • Set furnace up for the next operating day and load travel car
  • Melt Trough, repair and or rebuild
  • Rebuild melt furnace
  • Remove condo
  • Cut trench in old lining
  • Set furnace to push out old liner
  • Push out old liner
  • Clean and inspect furnace wall
  • Repair furnace wall, grouting back areas of concern
  • Prepare furnace for relining
  • Set forms and prepare for materials to reline furnace
  • Use proper procedures for adding of materials for relining furnace
  • Perform relining and set up furnace for starting of centering cycle.
  • Vessel dismantling and rebuilding
  • Disassemble vessel
  • Knock out old materials and clean
  • Prepare vessel for reassemble
  • Pore lining and reassemble and set vessel up for test
  • Set vessel on heat to dry
  • Bull ladles knock out and repour
  • Be able to repair 50-ton furnace and #1 and #2 trough on the spin line
  • Install and repair all refractory work related to operations, including furnaces, iron ladles, troughs, runner boxes, slag paddles, intermediate ladles, installing nozzles, etc. Example: chip out the old lining from a furnace and install new lining
  • Inspect equipment to detect faulty performance and conditions, to avoid breakdown
  • Document information daily related to refractory work
  • Backup Melt Crane Operator / Transfer Ladle Operator / Melt Furnace Operator
  • Operate industrial-powered equipment
  • Crosstrain other employees as required
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications:

  • Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required Ability to obtain certification to drive industrial powered equipment (example: Fork Truck)
Physical Demands:

  • Moderate to heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs with assistance)
  • Ability to go up and down stairs multiple times per day
  • Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking
  • Lift supplies/equipment
  • Pushes/pulls or moves/ lifts heavy equipment/supplies, with assist depending on weight
  • Manual dexterity and mobility
  • Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching
  • Far Acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more
  • Near Acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
  • Depth Perception: ability to judge distance and space relationships
  • Field of Vision: ability to see peripherally
  • Accommodation: ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus
Environmental Conditions Extreme heat exposure when working around slagging furnace. Temperature Changes: Variations in temperature from hot to cold depending on weather.

Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Benefits

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.
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