Melt Operator - 3rd Shift (NFC)

UKG; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401k plan with generous company match

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Neenah Foundry Company is seeking an entry-level Melt operator to support molding lines. The role requires tolerance for a loud, warm environment and standing for long periods, with safe handling of molten metal. Cross-training opportunities are available across production tasks.

Shifts include 2:00 PM–10:00 PM with 8–12 hour options and overtime as production needs. Base pay starts at $27.51/hour with shift premiums and probationary increases after 60 working days.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow work instructions.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Cannot be afraid of heights.

Responsibilities

• Monitor furnace conditions and take readings.
• Demonstrate ability to charge the cupola.
• Break up returns and move/process materials.
• Operate yard crane to weigh charge metals and load/unload rail cars.
• Maintain cleanliness of production area and yard.
• Receive and process scrap.

Skills

Basic math

Calculator use

Computer skills

Forklift operation

Bobcat operation

Tools

Forklift

Bobcat

Job description

Description

The Melt role is a team-based position and plays a crucial role in the success of each molding line. This role is an entry-level opportunity and does not require any previous experience. However, you must be able to tolerate a loud, warm, and physically challenging work environment. The successful applicant must be able to work in confined spaces, stand for extended periods of time, as well as handle molten metal in a safe and confident manner . The position does offer the opportunity for cross training and experience in a variety of tasks related to production.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are highly desirable
• Demonstrate ability to monitor furnace conditio ns
• Accurately take readings
• Make refractory repairs to cupola, ladles and furnaces.
• Rod and dump the furnace
• Maintain cleanliness of production area
• Operate yard crane to accurately weigh charge metals into the weigh hopper
• Load and unload rail cars
• Break up returns
• Maintain the yard in orderly fashion
• Plot and adjust chemistry over iron
• Demonstrate the ability to charge the cupola
• Operate bobcat and forklift
• Move and process materials
• Receive and process scrap

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old to apply
• Must be able to read and follow work instructions
• Cannot be afraid of heights

Shifts:

• Must be available to work 8-12 hour shifts
• Must be available for overtime as production needs require
• Shifts vary according to Plant assignment
• Monday – Friday, some Saturdays and Sundays required.

Typical shift hours:

2 shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pay rate:

Base pay rate of $27.51, 2nd shift premium: $1.50, 3rd shift premium: $1.00

Base rates increase $1/hour upon successful completion of probation (60 working days)

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401k plan with generous company match
• Opportunity for advancement

#NFCH

"Neenah Foundry Company is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable employment laws and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information or national origin.affirmative action programs implemented by the company shall be in full compliance with applicable laws."

"Accommodations are available upon request for applicants withdisabilities."

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