Machine Operator - Melt Deck/Refractory (2nd Shift)

Refractory and Melt Deck production associates complete a variety of operations tasks that promote the efficient melting and mixing of iron in the Spin Line department.

This role requires employees to take on added technical/mechanical responsibility.

They are required to learn mechanical and metalogical skills to ensure the mix of pour is ideal for the entire process.

• Operate overhead crane to move raw material from raw material yard to charge cars for melting process and transfer iron to holding furnace
• Weigh material
• Monitor and add alloys as needed
• Perform temperature checks on the electric melt furnace
• Slag furnace removing impurities from 2650 – 2800 degree molten iron
• Charge and operate the furnace to melt the materials for the full melt cycle
• Enter and retrieve data from the computer
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Pour molten iron from furnace to transfer ladle
• Sintering and cold starts
• Maintain a clean work environment in accordance with the 5S guidelines
• Operate industrial powered equipment
• Perform all other duties as assigned
• Knock out, pour, and rebuild the following:
• Runner Box, I- Ladles, and Slag Poles
• Complete the weekly PMs on melt furnace, which includes:
• Knocking out slag from the furnace wall
• Inspecting furnace lining
• Repair furnace lining
• Set furnace up for the next operating day and load travel car
• Melt Trough, repair and or rebuild
• Rebuild melt furnace
• Remove condo
• Cut trench in old lining
• Set furnace to push out old liner
• Push out old liner
• Clean and inspect furnace wall
• Repair furnace wall, grouting back areas of concern
• Prepare furnace for relining
• Set forms and prepare for materials to reline furnace
• Use proper procedures for adding of materials for relining furnace