Furnace Operator - Heavy Equipment

Ellwood Aluminum LLC
Hubbard, OH 44425, USA

Summary:

The Furnace Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Melting Furnace and associated equipment. This includes dry cleaning, charging, skimming, sampling, temperature control, alloying, and transfer of molten metal to the holding furnace.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities ( Include the following. Other duties will be assigned as deemed necessary by operations & staff management)

• Strict adherence to safe charging practices
• Capable of safety operating heavy equipment such front end loader, combi lift etc..
• Organization and housekeeping of the furnace and scrap storage areas, cleaning and basic maintenance of related equipment (charge car, skim car, forklift, etc.)
• Control of the melting furnace and related equipment
• Record and maintain pertinent production data in an accurate manner.
• Tell management about potential issues that may arise or are currently affecting production in a timely manner

Minimum Requirements and

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire, Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• Must pass minimal physical test and background screening
• Heavy equipment experience (preferred)
• Candidates must be able to work any shift (will need to specify what the shifts are)
• Physical effort required by the job includes standing, stooping, pulling, pushing, climbing and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Willingness to cross train

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to identify problems, inform others, and assist in the solving of such problems
• Judgment and decision-making abilities to prevent errors, scrap parts, safety hazards, or other poor results pertaining to job duties.
• Ability to read and interpret work documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, quality instructions, and other related documents.
• Ability to work with others as a team

Licenses or Certifications

• If driving is required to complete the essential functions of this position, a valid driver’s license is required
• Must satisfactorily complete the Ellwood Aluminum Crane and Forklift certification training programs

Safety

• Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules
• Promotes a safety culture and ensures compliance with safety policies and rules,
• Safety improvement –Provides for continuous reduction of workplace hazards, risks, employee accidents.

High School or better in Unspecified.

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