Melt Furnace Maintenance Technician

Linacast, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Linamar Corporation in Michigan is seeking a Furnace Cleaner to clean, maintain, and prep melting furnaces, holders, launders, pits and related melt equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation and readiness for production.

You will perform refractory removal, debris cleanup, slag and dross removal, furnace washouts and general housekeeping, support furnace maintenance, and adhere to all safety procedures around hot equipment and airborne dust.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of related experience.
• Valid forklift, crane, and man lift licenses.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain furnaces, ladles, crucibles, and related melting equipment.
• Perform routine and project-based maintenance including cleaning, lubrication, and inspections.
• Rebuild refractory in holders and launder systems as assigned.
• Identify and resolve issues to minimize downtime of melting equipment.
• Collect samples and run tests (e.g., spectrometer) and document results to ensure metal quality.
• Maintain records of maintenance, inspections, and quality control.

Skills

Forklift license

Crane license

Manlift license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Linamar Corporation in Michigan is seeking a Furnace Cleaner to clean, maintain, and prep melting furnaces, holders, launders, pits and related melt equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation and readiness for production.

You will perform refractory removal, debris cleanup, slag and dross removal, furnace washouts and general housekeeping, support furnace maintenance, and adhere to all safety procedures around hot equipment and airborne dust.