Furnace Melter

Resonetics • New Hartford, NY

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About The Position

Resonetics is seeking a Furnace Melter to operate and maintain high-temperature furnaces used to melt, heat-treat, and process Nitinol and other metal alloys. The role supports production by ensuring material integrity and quality standards through adherence to process controls, safety guidelines, and documentation procedures. The Furnace Melter works with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to address process issues and improve operational efficiency. The position involves working in a high-temperature environment and in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing area, while following applicable safety, environmental, and cleanroom procedures.

The anticipated compensation range is $26–$35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Resonetics is unable to provide visa sponsorship; candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, foundry, or furnace operation environment.
• Basic mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, work orders, and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a high-temperature environment while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing area.
• Ability to push and pull 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend and squat at least 10 times per hour.
• Ability to wear respiratory protection.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Nitinol or shape memory alloys.
• Prior experience in vacuum furnace or induction melting operations.
• Knowledge of metallurgical processes, heat treatment cycles, and metal forming principles.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, such as medical device, aerospace, or defense.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor induction and vacuum furnaces for melting and heat-treating Nitinol and other metal alloys.
• Load and unload materials into furnaces in accordance with established safety and process procedures.
• Set, monitor, and record furnace temperature cycles, vacuum levels, and timing parameters according to work instructions and specifications.
• Perform in-process inspections and measurements to verify materials meet metallurgical and mechanical requirements.
• Maintain batch processing data, furnace logs, and quality documentation in compliance with Resonetics’ quality standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of furnace equipment.
• Handle, transport, and store raw materials, crucibles, and finished metal products safely.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve process issues and improve operational efficiency.
• Follow safety, environmental, and cleanroom procedures related to metal melting and handling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED