Furnace Operator-2nd Shift

Wall Colmonoy • Los Lunas, NM

2d • $16 - $17

About The Position

The Furnace Operator operates, monitors, and maintains furnaces and related equipment to produce established or experimental products safely and to quality standards. The role involves charging materials, powder processing, troubleshooting alloys and equipment, completing production paperwork, and meeting production schedules. Operators may be cross-trained in other positions or departments and perform additional duties as assigned.

The position requires maintaining machines, equipment, and the work area to support cleanliness and efficient operation, including minor maintenance such as painting, oiling, cleaning, and adjustments. Work is 40 hours per week from 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The role has heavy physical demands, including lifting 44 to 69 pounds for most of the day, and may involve high stress depending on production. A dust mask is optional due to exposure to nickel, chrome, cobalt, iron, silicon, and copper elements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to calculate and determine exact weights of inbound and outbound materials.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures to daily tasks.
• Ability to conform to established quality control standards and procedures.
• Ability to drive stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Qualified applicants must undergo a physical examination and drug screening before employment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED equivalency, or another high school equivalency credential is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Charge materials and perform powder processing.
• Troubleshoot alloys and equipment.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain furnaces and equipment to produce quality products safely and professionally.
• Prepare paperwork pertaining to alloys produced.
• Manage time and meet production schedules and standards.
• Assess unanticipated work situations and use reasoning and problem-solving to determine safe and beneficial processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned and cross-train in other positions or departments as assigned.
• Maintain machines, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and efficient operation.
• Assist with minor maintenance, including painting, oiling, cleaning, and adjustments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed