Furnace Melting Operations Technician

Real Alloy; Tennessee; On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Generous time off

Clear pay progression

Job summary

REAL ALLOY in Loudon, TN seeks a Metals Melting Operations Technician to support furnace activities and keep production flowing. This role involves handling materials, operating forklifts, recording data in Excel, and maintaining a safe, organized work area in a 24/7 facility.

You’ll start at $23.08 per hour with pay progression to $26.68 after 90 days, plus a $300 sign-on bonus after 90 days and $600 retention bonus after 9 months. Rotating day/night shifts cover a 4-on/3-off cycle.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Manufacturing experience preferred; strong safety mindset required
• Motivated, ethical, results-driven, and comfortable with fast pace
• Excellent communication; basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work overtime and rotate shifts in a 24/7/365 environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with furnace operations to maintain safe, stable production
• Support melt activities, material handling, and line flow
• Perform checks, record basic data in Excel, and communicate status updates
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Contribute to a clean, organized, and safe work area

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication

Fast-paced

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Excel

Job description

REAL ALLOY in Loudon, TN seeks a Metals Melting Operations Technician to support furnace activities and keep production flowing. This role involves handling materials, operating forklifts, recording data in Excel, and maintaining a safe, organized work area in a 24/7 facility.

You’ll start at $23.08 per hour with pay progression to $26.68 after 90 days, plus a $300 sign-on bonus after 90 days and $600 retention bonus after 9 months. Rotating day/night shifts cover a 4-on/3-off cycle.