Arc Furnace Melter — Precision Steel Production

Vulcan Metals Corporation; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Education reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Vulcan Metals Corp. is seeking a Melter to operate the Electric Arc Furnace and the AOD vessel, melt steel to customer specifications, and maintain furnace refractory with safety as a top priority.

You will collect chemistry samples, evaluate final chemistry, add alloys to achieve target chemistries, and complete production records in a strict, heavy-industrial foundry setting. The role requires solid math skills, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to follow established

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to make independent and timely decisions based on established operating procedures and product specifications.
• Previous foundry, melting, or related heavy industrial experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mathematical skills, including basic algebra.
• Ability to understand and apply chemistry requirements and product specifications.
• Ability to follow established melting and furnace operating procedures.
• Ability to complete required production records and documentation accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) in accordance with safety and established operating procedures.
• Operate the Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD) vessel with appropriate direction and oversight.
• Collect and run chemistry samples during the melting and processing cycle.
• Evaluate final chemistry against established limits, communicate results to coworkers, and provide final approval to pour or halt production when chemistry does not meet required specifications.
• Add appropriate alloys to furnaces to achieve chemistries established by the Metallurgist.
• Prepare and maintain furnace refractory, including removing old refractory material and installing new material.
• De-slag furnaces as required.
• Complete required production records and paperwork accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Notify the Supervisor of safety, quality, equipment, or maintenance issues requiring attention.
• Recommend process improvements that support safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Excellent communication

Mathematical skills

Chemistry understanding

Procedural compliance

Production records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vulcan Metals Corp. is seeking a Melter to operate the Electric Arc Furnace and the AOD vessel, melt steel to customer specifications, and maintain furnace refractory with safety as a top priority.

You will collect chemistry samples, evaluate final chemistry, add alloys to achieve target chemistries, and complete production records in a strict, heavy-industrial foundry setting. The role requires solid math skills, clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to follow established