Furnace Operator — Safe, Sustainable Metals Manufacturing

The Weir Group; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Wellness programs

Global collaboration

Lean initiative culture

Job summary

The Weir Group is seeking a Furnace Operator at Newton, MS, on 2nd shift (1:00pm–11:15pm, Mon–Thu). You will operate the furnace, maintain refractory lining, and ensure safety while collecting data for production tracking.

Prior manufacturing or furnace experience is helpful; strong attendance and reliability are essential for daily operations. This role supports Weir ESCO’s commitment to safe, efficient steelmaking and lean improvement, with opportunities for growth and training within a global

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED must have.
• Follow safety procedures and work instructions precisely.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and consistent attendance.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and process logging.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is preferred.
• Experience operating industrial equipment or furnace-related processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate the furnace to melt steel into a molten bath and monitor temperatures daily.
• Maintain and repair refractory lining inside the furnace with specialized equipment.
• Keep the work area clean, follow PPE and safety protocols, support 6S/Kaizen.
• Capture operational data and update dashboards for production tracking.
• Commit to zero-harm safety culture and contribute to safety initiatives.

Skills

Safety procedures

Reliability

Attendance

Manufacturing experience

Industrial equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Weir Group is seeking a Furnace Operator at Newton, MS, on 2nd shift (1:00pm–11:15pm, Mon–Thu). You will operate the furnace, maintain refractory lining, and ensure safety while collecting data for production tracking.

Prior manufacturing or furnace experience is helpful; strong attendance and reliability are essential for daily operations. This role supports Weir ESCO’s commitment to safe, efficient steelmaking and lean improvement, with opportunities for growth and training within a global