Melt Shop Operator: Furnace & Ladle Technician

Elyria & Hodge Foundries; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Elyria & Hodge Foundries is seeking a Melt Shop Operator in Elyria, Ohio. The role involves maintaining ladles, supporting furnace operations, and ensuring production conformity. This full-time, hourly position requires working in extreme heat and operating cranes and forklifts.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of machines, and experience inspecting equipment. The environment includes indoor and outdoor conditions requiring physical activity and the ability to lift items up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting equipment to identify defects.
• Ability to handle moving objects safely.
• Capable of lifting items up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains ladles in use in the melt shop.
• Support the operation and loading of furnaces with scrap iron.
• Help monitor and regulate temperature controls.

Skills

Knowledge of machines and tools

Experience operating crane and forklift

Ability to work in and around extreme heat

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Elyria & Hodge Foundries is seeking a Melt Shop Operator in Elyria, Ohio. The role involves maintaining ladles, supporting furnace operations, and ensuring production conformity. This full-time, hourly position requires working in extreme heat and operating cranes and forklifts.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of machines, and experience inspecting equipment. The environment includes indoor and outdoor conditions requiring physical activity and the ability to lift items up to 50 lbs.