Melt Shop Operator: Furnace & Ladle Technician

Elyria Foundry and Hodge Foundry; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Elyria Foundry and Hodge Foundry is seeking a Melt Shop Operator for full-time employment in Elyria, Ohio. This role includes repairing and maintaining ladles, operating furnaces, and ensuring temperature control. Candidates must have knowledge of machines, experience in inspection, and be able to operate cranes and forklifts.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED and have the ability to work in extreme heat. The position is hourly and non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses and maintenance.
• Experience inspecting equipment to identify causes of errors.
• Ability to work in and around extreme heat.
• Experience operating crane and forklift.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains ladles in the melt shop.
• Support operation and loading of furnaces with scrap iron.
• Monitor and regulate temperature controls.
• Identify and add alloys to ladle iron preparation.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team for production conformity.

Skills

Knowledge of machines and tools

Experience inspecting equipment

Ability to work in extreme heat

Experience operating crane and forklift

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Elyria Foundry and Hodge Foundry is seeking a Melt Shop Operator for full-time employment in Elyria, Ohio. This role includes repairing and maintaining ladles, operating furnaces, and ensuring temperature control. Candidates must have knowledge of machines, experience in inspection, and be able to operate cranes and forklifts.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED and have the ability to work in extreme heat. The position is hourly and non-exempt.