Furnace Operator | 6pm – 6am

Elmet Technologies LLC; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and incentives

Benefits starting Day One

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings match

Job summary

Elmet Technologies LLC seeks a Furnace Operator for its Coldwater, Michigan facility. This hands-on role runs a 6pm–6am shift, operating and monitoring production equipment, performing setups, and ensuring quality records and traceability.

We offer competitive hourly pay of $22.00–$25.50 with a 20% shift differential, plus bonuses and benefits starting day one. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of manufacturing or machine-operation experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Able to perform basic math and use measuring devices.
• Able to follow production instructions and established procedures.
• Willing to work the 3rd shift and maintain safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor production equipment.
• Perform machine setups and product changeovers according to the schedule.
• Monitor processes and ensure equipment operates properly.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and assist with maintenance.
• Complete production records and work orders accurately.
• Maintain inventory transactions and product traceability.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Measuring devices

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Job description

Description

Coldwater, Michigan | $22.00 - $25.50/hour + 20% Shift Differential | Benefits Starting Day One

Learn Specialized Equipment. Build Your Manufacturing Skills.

Elmet Technologies is hiring a 6pm-6am Shift Furnace Operator to join our manufacturing team in Coldwater, Michigan.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll operate and monitor production equipment, perform machine setups and changeovers, inspect equipment, maintain accurate production records, and help make sure products meet our quality requirements.

If you have manufacturing experience, enjoy working with equipment, and want to build specialized skills in advanced manufacturing, this could be a great next step.

What’s In It for You

Your hourly wage is just the beginning. Elmet offers competitive pay, bonuses, benefits, and opportunities to grow.

• $20.50 - $25.50per hour, plus a 20% shift differential
• $250 perfect-attendance bonus every month — up to $3,000 per year
• Quarterly production bonus of up to 9%, based on company performance
• 4% company match on retirement savings
• Benefits starting Day One
• Three medical plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Tuition assistance
• $1,000 employee referral bonus
• Internal growth opportunities

Your Schedule

This is a full-time, 6pm-6am position at our Coldwater, Michigan manufacturing facility.

What You’ll Do

As a Furnace Operator, you’ll help keep production running safely, consistently, and according to our quality requirements.

During a typical shift, you’ll:

• Safely operate and monitor production equipment
• Perform machine setups and product changeovers according to the production schedule
• Monitor production processes and make sure equipment is operating properly
• Conduct routine equipment inspections
• Help troubleshoot equipment issues
• Assist with minor equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance activities
• Use measuring devices to verify products meet requirements
• Complete production records and work orders accurately
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions and product traceability
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other industrial equipment as needed
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and organized according to 5S standards
• Cross-train on additional equipment and processes
• Support other production needs as required

Requirements

You Could Be a Great Fit!

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working around manufacturing equipment.

You could be a great fit if you:

• Have 1–3 years of manufacturing or machine-operation experience
• Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Can perform basic math
• Are comfortable learning and using measuring devices
• Can follow production instructions and established procedures
• Pay close attention to details
• Take safety and product quality seriously
• Can maintain accurate production records
• Are comfortable learning multiple machines and processes
• Can work independently while also supporting your team
• Have strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Can consistently work the 3rd Shift schedule

Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, or other industrial equipment is a plus.

What Success Looks Like

We don’t expect you to know everything about our furnaces or manufacturing processes when you arrive. Successful Furnace Operators:

• Put safety first
• Show up consistently and ready to work
• Learn how to set up and operate equipment correctly
• Monitor equipment and recognize when something isn’t operating as expected
• Complete setups and changeovers efficiently
• Meet production expectations without sacrificing quality
• Maintain accurate production and traceability records
• Take care of the equipment they operate
• Help identify equipment issues before they lead to unnecessary downtime
• Keep their work area clean and organized
• Communicate clearly when problems arise
• Learn additional equipment and processes
• Support teammates as production needs change

Learn More. Do More.

This role gives you the opportunity to develop skills beyond basic machine operation. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with production equipment, machine setups, process monitoring, quality inspection, material handling, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.

You’ll also have opportunities to cross-train on additional equipment and processes, giving you a broader understanding of the Coldwater manufacturing operation.

Elmet offers tuition assistance and internal growth opportunities to support your continued development.

Bring your manufacturing experience and willingness to learn. We’ll help you build from there.

This Is Hands-On Manufacturing Work. This position works directly on the manufacturing floor and requires regular interaction with production equipment and materials. You should be comfortable working in an active industrial environment, following required safety procedures, wearing appropriate PPE, and being on your feet for much of your shift.

Build Products That Perform Where It Matters

Elmet Technologies is a U.S.-based manufacturer of precision-engineered products serving industries including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy. At our Coldwater facility, you’ll work with specialized manufacturing processes where safety, precision, quality, and consistency matter.

As a Furnace Operator, you’ll play a direct role in keeping those processes running safely and producing material that meets our customers’ requirements.

Export Control Requirement

This position may require access to information, technology, or materials subject to U.S. export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be eligible to access such controlled information under applicable U.S. export control laws. For purposes of ITAR, a U.S. person generally includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Search Process Note

The Elmet Group is managing this search directly and is not accepting submissions from outside recruitment firms.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Elmet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.