Furnace & Crane Operator — Metal Processing Pro

The Doe Run Company; Boss (MO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% targeted monthly bonus

Insurance benefits start day 1

80 hours vacation after 90 days

On-the-job training with career growth

Job summary

The Doe Run Company is seeking a Furnace & Crane Operator for the Buick Resource Recycling Facility in Boss, MO to support furnace operations in the hot metals department, including blast, reverb & sweat furnaces, and provide backup for feed floor and slag systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (preferred) and 3+ years of related experience; PLC knowledge and basic computer skills are a plus. On-the-job training with career growth opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of three years of work experience in manufacturing, refinery, or casting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of PLC systems and process monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Follow furnace process and procedures to smelt lead material.
• Monitor furnace functioning and adjust feed rate and airflow within parameters.
• Monitor slag and lead chemistry and levels; make adjustments as needed.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and keep work area clean.
• Provide backup support to furnace department (feed floor, slag system, loader).
• Operate overhead crane, bobcat, and other equipment to support furnace operations.
• Adhere to EHS policies; report unsafe acts or conditions; contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Mobile equipment operation

General maintenance

Basic computer knowledge

Furnace operation knowledge

PLC familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

PLC systems

Computers

Job description

The Doe Run Company is seeking a Furnace & Crane Operator for the Buick Resource Recycling Facility in Boss, MO to support furnace operations in the hot metals department, including blast, reverb & sweat furnaces, and provide backup for feed floor and slag systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (preferred) and 3+ years of related experience; PLC knowledge and basic computer skills are a plus. On-the-job training with career growth opportunities is offered.