Melt Operator (6a-2:15p)

Melt Operator

Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering solutions supplier worldwide.

Melt Operators ensure safe and effective completion of daily production requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (But not limited to)

This job includes but is not limited to the following:

• Tap furnaces as directed by the supervisor
• Set up and operate the furnace for melting
• Ability to load and unload the materials
• Clean furnace and equipment
• Count, weigh and record number of units of materials moved on daily production sheet
• Remove samples of materials, label them with identifying information and take samples for laboratory analysis
• Operate industrial truck or electrical hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and product
• Skim sows and ingots, paying great attention to detail to ensure products meet or exceed quality standards
• Responsible for stacking, banding and prepping of product for shipping
• Ability to diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of furnaces.
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition ensuring strict adherence to 5S standards
• Responsible to accurately and timely complete all necessary paperwork, such as, attendance reporting, corrective actions, preventative maintenance work orders, etc
• Comply with established QMS procedures
• Follow the requirements of the Quality Policy, ISO/TS system, and procedures and participate in the Continuous Quality process
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any unsafe conditions in a timely manner
• Must follow all safety rules and policies as set forth by OSHA guidelines and Orion Castings including wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Perform other associated duties, functions or work as may be needed or assigned to continue the productive operation of the company.

Position Requirements

Requires a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.

Must be willing to embrace new technology and change. Willing to constantly seek improvement.

Must possess and apply 5s methodology

Good written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to read, understand and execute written directives

Must possess good math skills

Must possess good mechanical skills

Must maintain a good attendance record

Physical Demands

Must be capable of lifting 50lbs, reach and lift moderately heavy parts up to several hundred repetitions per shift

Ability to stand on one's feet, bend, and / or twist a minimum of 8 hours per day

Must be able to ascend / descend stairs

Must be able to sit, walk, climb, stoop and kneel

Disclaimer: Please note that the duties and requirements described herein are intended to represent

general contents of this job. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and

responsibilities. Management has the right to review and revise the duties and responsibilities as

applicable.

Qualifications

High School/GED/ or equivalent

Ability to move between machines as needed

Knowledge of molds and casting process theory

Skills

Mechanical Ability

Basic math skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving ability

Key Position Competencies

Communications Listening, Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Writing.

Cognition Analysis/Reasoning, Creative & Innovative Thinking, Decision Making & Judgement, and Problem Solving.

Personal Effectiveness Accountability & Dependability, Adaptability & Flexibility, Customer Focus, Development & Continual Learning, Ethics & Integrity, Results Focus & Initiative, Safety Focus, Self-Management, Stress Tolerance, and Tact.

Interaction with Others Influencing Others, Relationship Building, Teamwork and Valuing Diversity