Refractory Technician – On‑Site Cleveland with Benefits

Fives Landis Ltd; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Training & development

Company events

Job summary

Fives North American Combustion, Inc. in Cleveland, OH is hiring a refractory technician to join our team. You will set up, break down and clean molds used in the pouring process and ensure dimensional accuracy by comparing mold set-ups to drawings.

Work with large mixers, cast products using refractory materials, and operate tools and overhead cranes safely. You will contribute to quality and efficiency as part of a collaborative manufacturing team dedicated to reliable, high‑quality outputs.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy manufacturing, preferably in a mixing environment.
• Experience using basic hand tools and small machinery.
• Mechanical aptitude to diagnose and solve problems that arise during manufacturing processes.
• Experience using overhead cranes and hoists preferred.
• Experience on a tow motor preferred.
• High school or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, break down and clean molds, which are used during the pouring process
• Compare mold set-ups to drawings to ensure proper dimensional accuracy
• Operate large mixers for powder material and water
• Cast various sized products using refractory and vibration practices
• Strict adherence to quality standards and ability to inspect products to ensure they meet customer requirements and company standards
• Use basic hand, electric and pneumatic tools
• Safely operate a tow motor and other electric vehicles
• Operate small machinery such as drill presses and arbor presses
• Work individually, and as part of a team, to ensure quality products are completed on time
• Use overhead cranes to lift, move, and manipulate larger parts

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Tow motor operation

Drill presses

Job description

Fives North American Combustion, Inc. in Cleveland, OH is hiring a refractory technician to join our team. You will set up, break down and clean molds used in the pouring process and ensure dimensional accuracy by comparing mold set-ups to drawings.

Work with large mixers, cast products using refractory materials, and operate tools and overhead cranes safely. You will contribute to quality and efficiency as part of a collaborative manufacturing team dedicated to reliable, high‑quality outputs.