Weekend Night Shift - Furnace Operator - J0051705

Description

Job Description

Furnace Operator

Casting

Full-Time

Casting Manager

Casting Production Technician/Casting Supervisor

Non-Exempt

Per Wage Scale

N/A

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6:00pm - 6:00am.

Astemo Rock Spring, Inc. was established in 2000 and supplies aluminum knuckles to Honda and Subaru. We are in Rock Spring, GA, and operate on 3 shifts with 400 employees. We have three main manufacturing departments, Casting, Machining, and Press Assembly. We are part of Astemo, Inc. with 90,000 employees worldwide.

As a Furnace Operator at Astemo Rock Spring, Inc., you will play an important role in supporting the Casting department. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor or Leads, you will gain hands‑on experience and receive comprehensive training in operating and maintaining casting melt process and equipment. This position offers an opportunity to develop a strong foundation of technical skills and gain an understanding of casting processes under the guidance of experienced supervisors, leads & associates.

• Assist the Leads & Supervisors in operating/maintaining casting melt process / Equipment and following established procedures, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Learn to monitor the casting process, inspect for quality, and detecting any defects or variations, reporting any concerns to the Leads & Supervisors.
• Support routine maintenance activities on the Furnace / equipment, such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with the Leads & Supervisors troubleshoot Furnace / Equipment issues and implement basic corrective actions, escalating more complex issues as necessary.
• Assist in the setup and changeover of Furnace or equipment, working under the guidance of the Leads, Supervisors & Support Teams.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organized work area, prioritizing safety always.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by providing suggestions for process enhancement, drawing upon your growing knowledge and insights.
• Participate in training sessions provided to enhance technical skills and expand knowledge in the casting field.
• Follow or fill out all appropriate check / PM documents as needed.
• Confirm equipment before every operation.
• Follow all Hyster, Hitachi Astemo Rock Spring rules.
• Follow all personal protective equipment guidelines for your area.

• Adhere to safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations to foster a safe work environment for all team members.
• Support environmental initiatives and comply with relevant environmental regulations and standards.

• Collaborate with the Casting Teams, Leads & Supervisors to follow quality control processes and procedures, ensuring adherence to established quality standards.
• Notify the Team members, Leads, & Supervisors of any quality‑related concerns or potential improvements observed during repair / prep / production.

• Coordinate with the Casting Leads & Supervisors - to ensure timely completion of casting tasks, supporting efficient production flow.

• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements within the Casting process, collaborating with the Leads & Supervisors to improve output measures that increase efficiency and optimize quality product.

• Provide regular updates to the Leads or Supervisor on work progress, and observations made during operations.
• Collaborate with the Leads & Supervisors to gather and analyze relevant data for reporting and improving purposes.

• Demonstrated interest in melting process and chip / briquette melting, showing eagerness to learn and grow in the field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical concepts, enabling comprehension of gravity die castings operation and troubleshooting or identify…