Summary: 

The Refractory Assembler follows documented standard operating procedures to assemble refractory product(s) by mortaring and welding (MIG) them together.
Responsibilities: 
Stocking and assembling of refractory parts that will be shipped to HarbisonWalker International customer(s) – assembling process includes:

• Inspecting each part prior to mortaring and securing together with a tac weld
• Placing secured refractory piece on drying rack in oven and monitor drying process (12 hour)
• Setting up and prepping components for welding according to specifications; confirming that there is no porosity in the welds; perform MIG weld per engineering drawing and examining weld for bead size and other specification
• Palletizing, banding, documenting and labeling items for shipment 

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) Preferred 
• Requires strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to interpret blueprints and understand welding symbols
• Ability to interpret welding procedures and basic measurement computations
• Ability to read, understand and work in conformity with Bill of Materials and Work Instructions, as directed
• Ability to detect and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Ability to safely operate various hand and electrical tools
• Requires fundamental computer skills, experience in excel a plus
• Organized individual with emphasis on quality and the ability to meet deadlines
• The Refractory Assembler requires two (2) – four (4) years of MIG welding experience in a machine operating or production/manufacturing environment.