Melt Controller

Reliable Sprinkler Co.; Columbia, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliable Safety & Flow Corporation in Columbia, PA is seeking a Melt Controller to operate furnace systems, convert raw materials into molten metal, and ensure strict temperature and chemical specifications are met.

You will adjust metal chemistry, prepare pour operations, monitor temperatures, and perform routine repairs while upholding safety and quality throughout the melting process.

Responsibilities

• The melt controller converts raw materials into liquid metal at high temperatures and ensures chemical/temperature specs are met.
• Controls the chemistry of the metals and adjusts to spec when needed.
• Maintains furnace including daily patches, repairs and relining refractory.
• Records pouring temperatures and ensures consistent melt quality.
• Prepares pouring ladles for daily use and pours metal into ladles.
• Adheres to safety practices and assists with furnace/ladle maintenance.

Job description

Melt Controller

Department: Manufacturing & Distribution - Skilled Jobs

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbia, PA - Plant

Reporting To: Darrin Steadman

Compensation: $26.20 / hour

Description

Reliable Safety & Flow Corporation is seeking a Melt Controller. The Melt Controller plays a critical role in the metal casting process by safely converting raw materials into high-quality molten metal while maintaining precise temperature and chemical specifications. This position is responsible for furnace operation and maintenance, metal chemistry adjustments, pouring preparation, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the melting process.

Key Responsibilities

• The melt controller is responsible for converting raw materials into liquid metal at temperatures exceeding (2800) degrees; responsible for the quality of the metal including chemical and temperatures control.
• The Controller controls the chemistry of the metals. If not correct they need to adjust chemistry into spec
• Responsible for maintaining the furnace including daily patches and repairs and relining the refractory.
• Responsible for maintaining recording pouring temperatures.
• Preparing the pouring ladles for daily use; pouring metal into ladles.
• Ability to take direction from supervisor; understanding temperatures controls; assisting with the cleaning/maintaining furnaces ladles.
• Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner