Foundry Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift, Safe & Growing

weir; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development and learning

Wellness support for you and your家

Job summary

Weir is seeking a Foundry Team Member to perform maintenance, repair, and relining of ladles and refractory components on the 1st shift in Newton, MS. You will support continuous plant operations and update data in refractory systems, while following detailed procedures and safety rules.

The role emphasizes a strong safety culture, lean manufacturing practices, and hands-on development of AOD process skills in a global mining technology environment.

Qualifications

• Onsite work in Newton, MS on 1st shift (3:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.).
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work instructions precisely.
• Strong commitment to safety and zero harm behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repair: Perform daily maintenance, repair, and relining of ladles, AOD vessels, and refractory components, ensuring all meet process and quality standards.
• Operational Support: Remove old linings using specialized tools, install new refractory materials, and fabricate stopper rods to support continuous plant operations.
• Safety & Cleanliness: Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area, participate in Safety, Health, and Environmental programs.
• Data Management: Update refractory application systems and input operational data for process tracking.
• Equipment Handling: Safely position and move ladles, vessels, and refractory materials using overhead cranes.
• Lean Initiatives: Engage in lean manufacturing practices such as 6S, Visual Management, and Kaizen.
• Learning & Development: Learn the AOD process and related skills through training and instructions for autonomy.
• Safety First: Commit to zero harm behaviours in safety culture.

Skills

Onsite work readiness

Detail-oriented

Safety conscious

Procedural adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Weir is seeking a Foundry Team Member to perform maintenance, repair, and relining of ladles and refractory components on the 1st shift in Newton, MS. You will support continuous plant operations and update data in refractory systems, while following detailed procedures and safety rules.

The role emphasizes a strong safety culture, lean manufacturing practices, and hands-on development of AOD process skills in a global mining technology environment.