Arc Melting Technician – 1st Shift

Materion; Newton Upper Falls (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Materion in Massachusetts is hiring a 1st shift Arc Furnace Operator to produce high‑quality tantalum ingots in EB or Arc furnaces. You will set up and operate furnaces, press equipment, and mold cleaning tools while following SOPs and safety rules.

You will document material movements in SAP and maintain quality control records, working with welders to ensure process alignment and product integrity.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years industrial manufacturing experience using computer databases and driving a forklift.
• Must follow SOPs, OPCs and safety rules to maintain quality and safe working conditions.
• Experience with vacuum systems, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Arc furnaces, working from SOPs and routers.
• Operate GCA and AC Furnaces, Eitel Press and Mold Cleaning equipment as required.
• Operate vacuum furnaces and the 1500T press.
• Inspect and maintain molds and melt hardware; ensure product meets specifications.
• Enter material movements in SAP and complete quality control paperwork and lot traceability.
• Perform troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and safety inspections.

Skills

Fork truck operation

Mechanical aptitude

Vacuum systems

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years industrial manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Materion in Massachusetts is hiring a 1st shift Arc Furnace Operator to produce high‑quality tantalum ingots in EB or Arc furnaces. You will set up and operate furnaces, press equipment, and mold cleaning tools while following SOPs and safety rules.

You will document material movements in SAP and maintain quality control records, working with welders to ensure process alignment and product integrity.