Furnace Operator

Summary:

The Furnace Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Melting Furnace and associated equipment. This includes dry cleaning, charging, skimming, sampling, temperature control, alloying, and transfer of molten metal to the holding furnace.

As a member of the ELLWOOD team, you can expect:

* To be treated with dignity and respect

* Competitive hourly wages starting between $19.00 to $23.00/ per hour, based on experience

* $2.00/hour shift differential.

* Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans at affordable rates

* 401K retirement plan with employer match

* Eligible for Paid Time off after 90 days of employment, based off of hire date

* Company paid training to enhance you career

* Company-paid benefits such as Life, AD&D, and disability programs

What You Will Do:

* Strict adherence to safe charging practices

* Capable of safety operating heavy equipment such front end loader, combi lift etc..

* Organization and housekeeping of the furnace and scrap storage areas, cleaning and basic maintenance of related equipment (charge car, skim car, forklift, etc.)

* Control of the melting furnace and related equipment

* Preheater operation

* Record and maintain pertinent production data in an accurate manner.

* Tell management about potential issues that may arise or are currently affecting production in a timely manner

What You Will Need:

* High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution

* Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire, Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

* Must pass minimal physical test and background screening

* Heavy equipment experience (preferred)

* Candidates must be able to work any shift (will need to specify what the shifts are)

* Physical effort required by the job includes standing, stooping, pulling, pushing, climbing and lifting up to 50 pounds

* Willingness to cross train

Skills and Abilities

* Ability to identify problems, inform others, and assist in the solving of such problems

* Judgment and decision-making abilities to prevent errors, scrap parts, safety hazards, or other poor results pertaining to job duties.

* Ability to read and interpret work documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, quality instructions, and other related documents.

* Ability to work with others as a team

Licenses or Certifications

* If driving is required to complete the essential functions of this position, a valid driver's license is required

* Must satisfactorily complete the Ellwood Aluminum Crane and Forklift certification training programs

Safety

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

* Promotes a safety culture and ensures compliance with safety policies and rules

* Safety improvement -Provides for continuous reduction of workplace hazards, risks, employee accidents.

Ellwood Aluminum Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All employment decisions at EA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, ethnicity, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation or sexual preference, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, political beliefs, because of an individual's engaging in protected activities or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CRF 60-1.35(c)