VAR Melt Operator - 3rd Shift, Morgantown PA

Precision Castpart; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Melt Operator for the 12am–8am shift at Morgantown, PA. You will operate VAR furnaces and associated equipment, perform setup, make pre‑operative checks, and maintain records.

The role requires welding capability, electrode handling, and routine maintenance within a safety‑conscious environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with 3 years of relevant experience and preferred forklift/crane experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade training preferred.
• 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Forklift and crane experience highly preferred.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• MIG, TIG, or Stick welding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain VAR furnaces and related equipment to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Perform pre-operative checks and use startup/checklists.
• Set up furnaces for melting and prepare electrodes.
• Inspect and prepare electrodes; weld stubs onto electrodes.
• Load electrodes and operate the stub welder; manage vacuum systems.
• Maintain furnace controls, logs and operating records.
• Conduct leak tests and assist with maintenance cycles.

Skills

Welding capability (MIG/TIG/STICK)

Strong mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma/GED

Trade school / additional training

3 years experience in a relevant environment

Forklift experience

Crane operation experience

Respirator familiarity

MIG/TIG/STICK welding experience

Tools

Forklift

Crane operation

Vacuum systems

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Melt Operator for the 12am–8am shift at Morgantown, PA. You will operate VAR furnaces and associated equipment, perform setup, make pre‑operative checks, and maintain records.

The role requires welding capability, electrode handling, and routine maintenance within a safety‑conscious environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with 3 years of relevant experience and preferred forklift/crane experience.