Melting Operator - 3rd Shift

Charter Casting; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Bonuses – quarterly & profit sharing

Full Benefits package

401(k) match up to 7%

PTO & paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms & PPE provided

Growth opportunities

Team events

Discount programs

Job summary

Charter Casting in Woodstock, IL is hiring for a 3rd shift production role. The position runs 8:00 PM–6:00 AM, 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, with base pay of $25.75 per hour plus a $1.50 shift premium, totaling $27.25/hr starting pay.

We are a family-owned business offering stability, strong team culture, weekly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability coverage, PTO, and tuition/apprenticeship programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and understand instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read thermometers and record data.

Responsibilities

• Operate furnace charging equipment to support steel melting operations.
• Use overhead bridge cranes to safely move and handle steel scrap.
• Transport raw materials and supplies to keep the melt deck running efficiently.
• Learn to operate induction melting furnaces and monitor the melting process.
• Assist with furnace maintenance, refractory repairs, and equipment upkeep.
• Remove and transport slag hoppers and other production materials.
• Identify and communicate equipment issues or unusual operating conditions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work closely with experienced melt operators and team leaders to support daily production goals.

Skills

Read instructions

Basic math

Thermometer reading

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Casting - Woodstock is Hiring in Production! (Formerly Charter Dura-Bar)

Location: 1800 W Lake Shore Dr, Woodstock, IL 60098

Shift: 3rd Shift: 8pm - 6am (10 hour days), Mon-Thur

Pay: starting at $27.25 (Base pay: 25.75 + Shift premium $1.50 = 27.25/hr)

Build a career at a company that supports you. We offer:

• Full time work with stable hours - Family owned business
• Weekly paychecks - Get paid every Thursday!
• Bonuses - quarterly performance bonuses, referral bonuses, profit sharing bonus
• Full Benefits package - medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 7%, all starting within 31 days
• Pride - we make products that build, feed & defend America!
• Paid vacation time + 10 company holidays
• All uniforms & PPE provided - yes, even your steel-toe boots!
• Our culture - we prioritize safety, teamwork, trust, and continuous improvement
• Growth opportunities - Tuition reimbursement, apprenticeship programs, professional development, GED program
• Fun team events like family picnics & holiday parties
• Discount programs - cell phones, travel, automotive, and more!

What you would do:

• Operate furnace charging equipment to support steel melting operations
• Use overhead bridge cranes to safely move and handle steel scrap
• Transport raw materials and supplies to keep the melt deck running efficiently
• Learn to operate induction melting furnaces and monitor the melting process
• Assist with furnace maintenance, refractory repairs, and equipment upkeep
• Remove and transport slag hoppers and other production materials
• Identify and communicate equipment issues or unusual operating conditions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Work closely with experienced melt operators and team leaders to support daily production goals

Physical aspects of the role:

• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs, hand use, and standing
• Occasional carrying, lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling, reaching, complex neck/spinal motion, and walking
• Minimal climbing, lifting up to 25 lbs, and below waist level work

What you bring:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (GEDWorks program eligible)
• Ability to read and understand instructions
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to read thermometers and record data

Nice to have's:

• Manufacturing experience in an industrial setting
• Forklift operation experience

Charter Casting is formerly Charter Dura-Bar

The entry hourly rate for this position is $25.75 per hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Compensation decisions are tailored to the unique circumstances of each position and candidate.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).