Kiln Operator 3rd Shift

Job Profile:
Ceramic Heat Treat Operator – Levels 2-3 Position Summary

Perform all processing operations, including the operation of furnaces according to procedures. Documentation of all operations is very important.

• Build loads for kilns by properly balancing saggers.
• Place fire check keys in appropriate places for Lab Analysis.
• Run all thermal equipment, including Wax Binder and PK furnace according to procedure.
• Set time and temperature parameters according to procedure using standard programs. Monitor temperature charts and notify engineering if out of specification.
• Correct load and unload cores.
• Assist with minor equipment maintenance.
• Visually inspect cores for defects.
• Report all problems to Supervision, Maintenance or Engineering as required.
• Must follow and adhere to all safety procedures.
• Maintain department standards for housekeeping/6S.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be self-directed to accomplish goals with minimal supervision.

• High school education is preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

• Not at All
• Infrequently
• Occasionally
• Frequently
• Continually
• 1-33%
• 34-66%
• 67-100%
• 1-2x hr.
• 3-6x hr.
• 7-30 hr.
• >30x hr.
• Standing
• X
• Walking
• X
• Lifting
• X
• Sitting
• X
• Climbing
• X
• Near moving machinery
• X