Kiln/Furnace Tech I - Graveyard

CoorsTek Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K matching

HSA with company contribution

Wellness reimbursement

Safety shoes reimbursement

Performance bonuses

Job summary

CoorsTek Inc. in Grand Junction, CO seeks a Kiln/Furnace Tech I for graveyard operations. You will operate and document kilns/furnaces, take readings, and adjust firing to specifications, ensuring quality and safety.

Responsibilities include restarting after outages, performing basic maintenance, loading/unloading, and assisting across shifts as needed. Shift differential applies; high attention to detail required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months manufacturing experience.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Forklift certification as required.
• Ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate and document kiln/furnace operations per instructions.
• Take readings and maintain firing specs.
• Monitor and adjust push timing with computer software.
• Restart kilns after outages or surges.
• Perform routine maintenance on kilns/furnaces.
• Address firing issues via sandblasting or grinding; notify stakeholders.
• Load/unload products up to 80% of the time.
• Move kiln cars and rebuild components as needed.
• Inventory and inspect kiln furniture and refractories.
• Support other areas as assigned.
• May work any shift.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Title

Kiln/Furnace Tech I - Graveyard

Roles & Responsibilities

• Under moderate supervision, performs and documents kiln and or furnace operations following approved work instructions and established department procedures for efficient use of kiln and/or furnace capacity
• Takes incremental readings and maintains firing within specifications for all kiln and/or furnaces
• Monitors and makes corrections to kiln and/or furnace push timing utilizing computer software as required
• Restarts the kiln and/or furnaces in the event of a power outage or when surge occurs as required
• Performs routine basic maintenance operations on kiln and/or furnaces as required
• Corrects firing related issues through sandblasting, grinding or other method as needed; notifies appropriate personnel of corrections
• Notifies lead, supervisor or engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition
• Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as needed
• Loads and unloads product for kiln and/or furnaces up to 80% of the time as needed
• Responsible for rebuilding kiln cars including replacing bricking, wheels and bearings per departmental needs
• Tracks kiln and/or furnace furniture quality including inventories, reconfiguring and reloading as required; may include visual and dimensional inspection of refractories, beams and SiC plates
• Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned
• May work any and all shifts/days as required

Job Requirements

• Shift: Graveyard Shift
• $2.50 Shift Differential Included
• Education: High School diploma, GED or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months manufacturing/work experience
• Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledgeable in the basic fundamentals of loading ceramics to insure proper loading of a wide variety of materials and part configurations
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as good verbal and written communication skills required
• Must have basic math and computer skills
• Forklift certification as required by department or facility
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range

USD 0.00 - USD 0.00 Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Company Message

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About Us

Making the world measurably better...one person at a time. CoorsTek products and components touch people’s lives in unexpected, awe-inspiring ways. Though most people may not realize it, CoorsTek components enable technological solutions across virtually every industry—from simple items like beverage dispensers and light switches to high-tech items like cell phones and satellites. Chances are, you are using a CoorsTek-enabled technology every day without even knowing it! We create these amazing solutions by leveraging our expertise in materials science, deploying best-in-class R&D capabilities, and by creating efficient, safe work environments. Most importantly, we employ dedicated, hardworking, and creative individuals. The key component to our success is our people.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company-Matched 401K (USA only)
• Company-Matched Pension Plan (CANADA only)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution
• Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA only)
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & more) (USA only)
• Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)
• Performance-Based Bonuses for all Employees
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Mentorship Program
• Community & Volunteer Events & MORE!