Metals Melting Operations Technician

RealAlloy - North America; Tennessee; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $300 after 90 days

Retention bonus $600 after 9 months

Job summary

REAL ALLOY in Loudon, TN is hiring a Metals Melting Operations Technician to support furnace activities that power our production line.

You will assist with furnace operations, melt activities, material handling, data recording in Excel, and maintaining a safe work area in a 24/7/365 industrial setting. Forklift operation and teamwork are essential in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience preferred; strong safety mindset required
• Excellent communication; able to follow instructions and document data

Responsibilities

• Assist furnace operations to maintain safe, stable production
• Support melt activities, material handling and line flow
• Perform checks and record basic data in Excel; communicate status updates
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Skills

Safety mindset

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Excel

Basic computer systems

Job description

Build a career in metals manufacturing—where safety, teamwork, and growth come first.REAL ALLOY in Loudon, TN is hiring a Metals Melting Operations Technician to support furnace activities that power our production line.Pay, bonuses, and scheduleHourly pay: $23.08 to startWage progression: $26.68 after 90 days with solid attendance and performanceSign-on: $300 after 90 days (Rehires not eligible)Retention: $600 after 9 months (Rehires not eligible)Shifts: 12-hour rotations (7 AM–7 PM and 7 PM–7 AM). You will work both days and nights.Rotation: 4 on, 3 off, 3 on, 1 off, 3 on, 3 off, 4 on, 7 off; repeats monthlyWorkload: 15 days on with 7 days off in the cycleYour impactAssist with furnace operations to maintain safe, stable productionSupport melt activities, material handling, and line flowPerform checks, record basic data in Excel, and communicate status updatesOperate forklifts and other material handling equipmentContribute to a clean, organized, and safe work areaWhat you’ll needHigh School Diploma or GEDManufacturing experience preferred; strong safety mindset requiredMotivated, ethical, results-driven, and comfortable with fast paceExcellent communication; basic computer skills including Microsoft ExcelAbility to work overtime and rotate shifts in a 24/7/365 environmentWorking conditionsIndustrial setting with extreme heat near furnacesPPE required at all timesOccasional tight spaces and elevated work areasPhysical demandsLift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbsUse vision to inspect, judge distances, and differentiate colorsSituational awareness: observe surrounding traffic and locate team membersRely on touch and smell to detect equipment issuesSpeak and understand verbal instructions; hear safety alarmsClimb ladders; balance; work at heightsFrequent walking, standing, reaching, crouching, sitting, kneeling, crawling, twisting, and torso rotationTools & techForkliftsBasic computer systems and ExcelWhy REAL ALLOYTeam-oriented culture with strong safety valuesClear pay progression and bonusesPredictable rotation with generous time off in the cycleIf you’re ready to take on a hands-on role in metals melting operations, apply today.