Melting Operator

Job Title : Melting Operator Division: Weir ESCO Location : Newton 2nd Shift | 4-day workweek (10-hour shifts) with overtime and occasional Fridays as needed. Purpose of Role: Responsible for melting steel to a molten bath, must be familiar with the equipment used in maintaining or repairing the refractory lining of the furnace and with the furnace refractory requirements, and will use this equipment to maintain the refractory coating on the inside of the furnace at all times. Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting. An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives. Feel empowered to be yourself and belong : Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do. Key Responsibilities: Checks the condition of the furnace and verifies the proper charge is placed in the furnace  Activates the electronic heat log steps in the melting subsystem on the computer   Follows the sequence and requirements specified  Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture Job Expectations: Have a good attendance record Ensure work area is clean and free of any hazards Tapping on pitch and updating pitch boards Data collection Have a good work ethic Maintain a positive attitude in the workplace at all times Participate in lean initiatives (6S, Visual Management, Kaizen) Perform other duties as directed by company   Comfortable working in extreme heat conditions typical of furnace operations Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications: Education:  High school diploma/GED Experience:  Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or industrial production experience Ability to work second shift and 10-hour shifts with overtime flexibility Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the…