Melt Utility Operator: Metal Processing & Quality

Audubon Metals LLC; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Metals LLC is seeking a Melt Utility to support the melt and ingot production process. The role requires operating forklifts, monitoring releases, and maintaining accurate production records to ensure timely, safe delivery of finished products.

Candidates should be prepared for a 12-hour shift in a high-temperature environment and demonstrate strong attention to detail, basic math, and reliable communication with supervision and peers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Strong reading, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain visually alert and aware of surroundings in a hot/cold environment.
• Demonstrates basic math skills for weighing and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ingot releases from molds and release intervals.
• Oversee air hammer operation for proper release.
• Communicate immediately any failed ingot releases to supervision.
• Perform quality checks including visual inspection of ingots.
• Use hand tools to inspect ingots for non-conformances.
• Verify heat numbers align with production schedule.
• Document non-conforming products in the data processing system.
• Ensure finished product is weighed and logged in the production system.
• Observe stacking machine operation and adjust as needed.
• Operate manual ingot banding machine and automated sow line controls.
• Record product weights in the production system and place products in designated warehouse locations.
• Assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Self-Starter

Forklift operation

Communication

Active Listening

Math

Visual alertness

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Audubon Metals LLC is seeking a Melt Utility to support the melt and ingot production process. The role requires operating forklifts, monitoring releases, and maintaining accurate production records to ensure timely, safe delivery of finished products.

Candidates should be prepared for a 12-hour shift in a high-temperature environment and demonstrate strong attention to detail, basic math, and reliable communication with supervision and peers.