Furnace Operator - 2nd Shift

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and wear all PPE as required.
• Operate a forklift.
• Properly use a micrometer, welder, cutters, and a caliper.
• Check work orders, and properly select processed material checking for weight, alloy, size, and quality.
• Properly fill out all documentation, work orders, tags, timesheets, etc.
• Transport and load processed coils for annealing using a forklift.
• Start up and shut down the furnace, set up and operate the control panels & edge guide system.
• Observe diagnosis and repair of minor problems.
• Must be able to run equipment without direct supervision.
• Using of spot welder for gauge and type adjustments.
• Properly select the temperature and atmosphere required for annealing, size, case and speed.
• Select cores that will ensure uniformity of stack, weight, and customer requirements.
• Observe visual inspection of the strip for proper quality.
• Weld and grind butt welds.
• Check concentration, temperature, voltage, and overall operation of equipment.
• Transport coils for further processing using the forklift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass the company mechanical test.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Sufficient ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of protective gear).