Furnace Operator – Precision Controls & Cranes (2nd/3rd)

Carlisle Brake & Friction; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Brake & Friction is seeking a Furnace Operator for the 2nd and 3rd shifts to operate furnace equipment with required training. You will review equipment at shift start, adjust parameters per the router, perform quality checks, and maintain detailed records while ensuring material readiness and safe operation.

You must be able to work mandatory overtime and weekend shifts, demonstrate strong attention to paperwork, and communicate effectively with supervision across teams.

Qualifications

• Completion of overhead crane training.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to maintain a high energy level.
• Strong attention to detailed paperwork/routers.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Ability to prioritize work and multitask as needed.
• Reliable attendance history and good work performance history.
• Mentally and physically able to perform the job demands.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment requiring specialized training and make complex machine adjustments as needed.
• Review equipment at the beginning of shift to ensure proper working order.
• Ensure needed materials are ready and notify supervision of shortages.
• Adjust equipment parameters as stated in the router.
• Operate equipment as stated in the router.
• Perform quality checks per control plan.
• Complete hour by hour boards with documentation of issues and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor equipment to ensure optimum running and notify supervision of issues.
• Maintain and clean equipment before and after each shift.
• Complete operator specific preventative maintenance procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Communication at all levels

Independent work ethic

Job description

Carlisle Brake & Friction is seeking a Furnace Operator for the 2nd and 3rd shifts to operate furnace equipment with required training. You will review equipment at shift start, adjust parameters per the router, perform quality checks, and maintain detailed records while ensuring material readiness and safe operation.

You must be able to work mandatory overtime and weekend shifts, demonstrate strong attention to paperwork, and communicate effectively with supervision across teams.