Central Melt Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY  

Deliver aluminum to the casting floor at temperature (1300 degrees), in specification, on time, safely, 100% of the time. Clean and dross melting and holding furnaces. Operate and maintain all related equipment in accordance to training and established procedures. 

Adhere to the SmartWay Operating Principles and follow the SmartWay-Lean initiative which is to strive to continuously improve our performance through Quality, People, Safety, Technology and Sustainability. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

1. Deliver aluminum via forklift to the casting holding furnaces according to established work procedures.   

2. Pick up and melt aluminum scrap from the die cast floor or weigh it to go to North foundry. 

3. Operate the dross cooler, flux injection unit, and vibratory feeders. 

4. Take metal samples from RCI every 2 hours and specified furnaces as required. 

5. Flux and clean melting and holding furnaces, charge and pump wells. 

6. Pick up dross and oily scrap, place in proper tubs and location for tolling. 

7. Perform preventive maintenance on forklift trucks. 

8. Maintain a clean work area, report all equipment damage, keep aisles clear. 

9. Document and maintain all required log sheets and checklists. 

10. Sample heats of incoming raw material according to Laboratory procedures. 

11. Implement all charge sequences including copper, silicon and any other alloy to maintain target chemistry. 

12. Know how to receive all incoming loads of raw material and how to set up charges for the foundry department. 

13. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. 

14. Performs other related duties and assignments as required. 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Heavy Manufacturing Environment with exposure to noise, excessive heat and cold, dirt, grease, smoke, dust, and molten metal. Working aloft, bending, and awkward positions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasional lifting to 40 pounds. The use of personal protective equipment is mandatory. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

High school graduate or equivalent English reading, writing, and math skills.  Electrical, mechanical, problem solving, and computer skills is preferred.  Must be able to pass the MKC forklift and crane certification.  Demonstrate group participation in a self-starting, self-motivated, self-directed work team.