Production Worker

McWane Ductile New Jersey is an industry leader in manufacturing water distribution and infrastructure products. As our country expanded, so did the need to supply growing cities with clean water and safely remove wastewater. Our location history starts in 1865 when Warren Foundry and Machine Company casted stoves, steam engines, mill gearing and other foundry related items. Currently we specialize in the casting of iron ductile pipes that range from 3" to 24" in diameter.

Position 1: Melting Spare

• Observing and maintaining magnesium, silicon, and chill material levels. Additionally, change lime bags as necessary.
• Pouring Iron
• Weigh coke and lime before each charge, check the coke and lime scale.
• Clean the cupola long runner.
• Clean pig bed and transfer ladle pits and any other areas assigned by supervisor.
• Work with supervisor if ladles need to be repaired before the production run.
• Communicate supervisor/s on issues that arise.

Position 2: Casting Spare

• Check the temperature of the iron hourly, remove slag from iron by using skimmer.
• Remove buildup from quad ladle as needed, in addition to keeping the ladle full always.
• Ensure the trough is heated properly. Maintain the maintenance of the trough by removing slivers, iron buildup, slag, and blackening.
• Inspect machinery for mold defects.
• Operate control panels to operate machinery.
• Apply grease on spigot ring using a brush to spinning pipe mold. Remove iron from spigot ring and spill tray.
• Other duties that are assigned by supervisor/manager.

Position 3: Hot Line Spare

In this position, the team member will be trained and qualified to operate the following equipment

• Oven Loader
• Oven Tender
• Weighman
• Grinder
• Cut Saw
• Transfer car #2 & #3
• Small and Large test Press
• Pipe roller
• Zinc Machine

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Preferred: 2-3 years previous experience working in a manufacturing/warehouse environment
• Must be able to get along with all personnel levels
• Must work with others in a professional, supportive manner
• Ability to read policies and procedures
• Ability to follow all work directives and safety procedures
• Must be a self-starter
• Ability to read and understand English preferred

McWane Ductile - NJ is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

McWane Ductile is a Drug and Alcohol-Free work environment. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening and physical.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.