Melt Operator - 1st Shift; NFC

Melt Operator - 1st Shift (NFC)

Job Category:
Foundry Operations

Requisition Number: MELTO
001425

Posted:
July 10, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Wisconsin (Neenah Company 2121 Brooks Ave Neenah, WI 54956, USA)

The Melt role is a team-based position and plays a crucial role in the success of each molding line. This role is an entry-level opportunity and does not require any previous experience. However, you must be able to tolerate a loud, warm, and physically challenging work environment. The successful applicant must be able to work in confined spaces, stand for extended periods of time, as well as handle molten metal in a safe and confident manner.

The position does offer the opportunity for cross training and experience in a variety of tasks related to production.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are highly desirable
• Demonstrate ability to monitor furnace conditions
• Accurately take readings
• Make refractory repairs to cupola, ladles and furnaces.
• Haul iron
• Slag off molten iron
• Rod and dump the furnace
• Maintain cleanliness of production area
• Operate yard crane to accurately weigh charge metals into the weigh hopper
• Load and unload rail cars
• Break up returns
• Maintain the yard in orderly fashion
• Plot and adjust chemistry over iron
• Demonstrate the ability to charge the cupola
• Operate bobcat and forklift
• Move and process materials
• Receive and process scrap

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old to apply
• No educational requirements
• Must be able to read and follow work instructions
• Cannot be afraid of heights

Shifts:

• Must be available to work 8-12 hour shifts
• Must be available for overtime as production needs require
• Shifts vary according to Plant assignment
• Monday – Friday, some Saturdays and Sundays required.
• Typical shift hours:
• 1 shift: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
• 2 shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
• 3 shift: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am Sunday - Thursday

Pay rate:

• Base pay rate of $27.51, 2nd shift premium: $1.50, 3rd shift premium: $1.00
• Base rates increase $1/hour upon successful completion of probation (60 working days)

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401k plan with generous company match
• Apprenticeship programs
• Opportunity for advancement

Neenah Foundry Company is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable employment laws and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information or national origin. Affirmative action programs implemented by the company shall be in full compliance with applicable laws. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities.