Melt Supervisor

Linacast, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Linacast, Inc. is seeking a Melt Supervisor in Benton Harbor, MI to oversee molten metal melting operations, ensure product quality, and supervise a team of workers. Responsibilities include monitoring furnace temps, coordinating with maintenance, training staff, and maintaining production records.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adherence to customer specs in a heavy manufacturing setting. The candidate will lead daily activities, interpret job orders, and drive improvements in

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and work well in a team.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and collaborative mindset.
• Proficient with computer systems and standard software.
• Forklift certification or license is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee melting furnaces and launder systems to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Monitor temperatures of molten metal and intervene as needed.
• Supervise workers, assign duties and provide feedback on performance.
• Train operators on safe operation of equipment and procedures.
• Ensure production records and flux records are maintained.
• Identify and implement improvements to methods, equipment, and quality.
• Coordinate with maintenance to address equipment issues and prevent downtime.
• Maintain compliance with safety and company policies.
• Handle overtime and holiday/shutdown scheduling as required.
• Perform duties of a supervisor as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Team oriented

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Forklift license

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Melt Supervisor supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in molten metal melting operations; in receiving, receiving inspection and scrap shipping; in charging and operating tapping furnaces; and ensuring that the metal specifications meet the requirements of the customer.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examines materials for conformance to customer quality specifications.
• Supervisors' operation of melting furnaces and launder system.
• Monitors temperatures of molten metal.
• Observes furnaces, launder systems and crucibles for malfunction and orders adjustments or repairs or directs workers to make adjustments or repairs to ensure that the equipment will operate at maximum efficiency, within operating perimeters, safely and correctly.
• Interprets specifications and job orders to workers and assign duties.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department or work crew.
• Maintains flux records.
• Maintains time and production records.
• Trains operators and work crew on proper and safe operation of equipment.
• Performs activities of worker’s supervisor.
• Evaluates performance: appraising and providing appropriate feedback to employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. These requirements are, however, subject to the discretion of the hiring manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent 5 years’ supervisor experience.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be team-oriented and have demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift license.
• Must be able to work overtime either daily or weekend as well as on holidays and shutdowns.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walking 50%

Standing 10%

Stooping/Bending 15%

Sitting 20%

Lifting 5%