Vaccuum Induction Melting (VIM) Setup Operator

ELLWOOD Group Inc; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

401(k) match

Health/Dental/Vision

Life and Disability insurance

Job summary

Ellwood Quality Steels, a startup-like facility in the steel industry, seeks a VIM Setup Operator to support raw material handling and furnace operations. You will follow procedures, set up the VIM furnace, assist in charging, sampling and maintaining equipment, while supporting quality control and safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and preferred experience in steel manufacturing, with training provided after hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Six months experience in steel manufacturing preferred.
• Remote crane operation experience preferred.
• Remelt department experience preferred.
• Internal EQS training provided after hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow strict safety protocols for molten metal and high-temperature equipment.
• Set up and prepare the Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) furnace and related tasks.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of the VIM furnace and components.
• Assist in VIM furnace operation, including charging and sampling as directed.
• Support quality control via sample collection and inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment to ensure safe operations.
• Operate cranes, hoists, launder, and forklifts for material transport.
• Complete Pre-Operational Inspections on equipment daily as needed.
• Work independently in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.
• Adhere to all company policies and plant safety rules.
• Collaborate with others and meet attendance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety protocols

VIM furnace setup

Material handling

Crane operation

Quality inspections

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you ready for a rewarding and challenging career in a startup facility in the steelmaking industry?

Join us! We are looking for the best— those who are not afraid to roll up their sleeves to grow with our organization, personally and professionally!

About the Position

The VIM SETUP OPERATOR provides overall support of the raw material bay (receiving, loading and inventory tracking) and other related duties following established practices set forth in the Operating Procedures Manual and the Manufacturing Instructions Manual.

About Ellwood Quality Steels

• Family-owned business with long-range vision.
• The world leader in the production of high quality carbon, alloy, stainless and tool steel ingot.
• Unmatched commitment to our customers.
• Emphasis on flexibility, responsiveness, and problem solving.
• Continual investment in our people, process, and equipment.
• Highly trained workforce, state-of-the-art equipment and methodology.
• A manufacturing environment where excellence is an everyday occurrence.
• www.ellwoodqualitysteels.com

Our focus at Ellwood Quality Steels is to create an environment of opportunity where you can grow your career.Our culture values diverse talents and the contributions of all employees. Our commitment includes competitive compensation, support for your professional growth, and a range of employee benefits that help to protect the health and welfare of our people.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Profit Sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with an excellent Employer Match
• Excellent health care, dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits

What You’ll Do

Under general supervision, provides overall support of raw material bay (receiving, loading and inventory tracking) and other related duties following established practices set forth in the Operating Procedures Manual and the Manufacturing Instructions Manual.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Follow strict safety protocols, including handling molten metal, working with high-temperature equipment, and wearing required PPE.

2. Set up and prepare the Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) furnace for melting operations, including

Launder building and curing & crucible refractory

Mold Set-Up, ingot stripping, and mold cleaning.

Crucible (melt vessel) and launder knock-out

Charge Make-Up area

receiving, weighing, inspecting, and verifying material

staging and assembly of charge buckets, and all associated documentation

working with VIM helper to complete the material charging

3. Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of the VIM furnace (seals, view ports, TC & Sample ports)

4. Assist in the operation of the VIM furnace, including loading primary charge, make up additions, taking chemistry samples, as directed by supervision,

5. Support quality control processes by assisting in sample collection and conducting basic inspections.

6. Maintain a clean and organized work environment to support safe operations.

7. Operate material handling equipment such as cranes, hoists, launder, and forklifts to transport materials and equipment safely.

8. Complete Pre-Operational Inspections for cranes, VIM furnace and ancillary equipment, and mobile equipment daily, as needed.

9. Must have ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.

10. Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules.

11. Must have ability and desire to work with others.

12. Meets attendance requirements.

13. Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum six months experience in steel manufacturing environment preferred.
• Remote crane operation experience preferred.
• Remelt department experience preferred.

INTERNAL EQS TRAINING (provided after hire)

• Theoretical Steelmaking Course; overall score of 80% is preferred.
• Theoretical Remelting Course; overall score of 80% is preferred.
• Theoretical VIM Course (provided during training period, satisfactory completion required)

Ellwood Quality Steels Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.