Furnace Operator

$3.00 Shift Differential

The primary responsibilities are to operate an induction melting furnace, operating a spectrograph and pouring materials into pre-determined molds and shake the mold to remove the casting. Operate overhead crane and motorized equipment in a safe and effective manner. Completing preventive maintenance on equipment.

Essential Functions/Key Accountabilities:

• Follow direction provided by Floor Supervisor.
• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to, and enforcing, all safety procedures and policies inside and outside the facility, including use of personal protective and McLanahan equipment as required.
• Represent McLanahan Corporation in a positive manner both internally and externally while adhering to the organizations core values.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, management, customers, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Load material into the furnace as outlined in the standard operating procedures.
• Monitor the operations of the furnace including temperatures according to standard written instructions.
• Obtain sample of materials and test the materials utilizing spectrograph to ensure results are in line with pre-determined requirements. Adjustments are made as required to meet the expectations.
• Pour materials in ladle as indicated in the pour off chart, pour materials into the mold as determined by work orders.
• Remove the casting from the mold and shake out any additional materials from the mold casting.
• Remove unwanted materials from the work area to a staging area for proper disposal.
• Maintain and record data of the procedure.
• Participate in 5S and Lean manufacturing initiatives as assigned by direct supervisor or designee.
• Be available and able to work shift and overtime as assigned.
• Able and willing to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment as defined by the safety department.
• Able and willing to work safely in a high temperature environment.
• Prior experience utilizing a burning torch, to reduce material to the appropriate size.

Education/Qualifications/Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent Math and analytical skills.
• Prior experience working in a Lean/ISO environment.

Competencies/ Knowledge/Attributes:

• Certified with Motorized material handling equipment.
• Computer literacy including MS Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Ability to successfully reach company goals in an environment in which a wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.

This position description outlines the major duties performed but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned/performed as needed and determined by management. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Physical Requirements:

This position is typically located in a manufacturing setting and requires sitting and standing for long periods of time. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, visual acuity to use a keyboard. Requires the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of both verbal and written communication. Requires the ability to manipulate 50 pounds on a regular basis (lift, carry, move, etc.).

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.