Kiln/Furnace Tech I - Graveyard
CoorsTek•Grand Junction, CO
About The Position
The Kiln/Furnace Tech I is responsible for maintaining kiln and furnace performance by performing and documenting firing operations, completing basic maintenance, and loading and unloading product. The role works under moderate supervision and follows approved work instructions and department procedures to use kiln and furnace capacity efficiently. This is a graveyard-shift position; a $2.50 shift differential is included. The position may require working any shift or days as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- At least 6 months of manufacturing or work experience.
- Knowledge of the basic fundamentals of loading ceramics to ensure proper loading of a wide variety of materials and part configurations.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, and verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Forklift certification as required by the department or facility.
- Ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document kiln and furnace operations according to approved work instructions and department procedures.
- Take incremental readings and maintain firing within specifications.
- Monitor and correct kiln or furnace push timing using computer software as required.
- Restart kilns and furnaces after power outages or surges as required.
- Perform routine basic kiln and furnace maintenance.
- Correct firing-related issues using sandblasting, grinding, or other methods, and notify appropriate personnel of corrections.
- Notify a lead, supervisor, or engineer about kiln or furnace equipment issues or concerns about product condition.
- Manually push or pull heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as needed.
- Load and unload product for kilns and furnaces, as needed, up to 80% of the time.
- Rebuild kiln cars, including replacing bricking, wheels, and bearings, according to departmental needs.
- Track kiln and furnace furniture quality and inventory; reconfigure and reload furniture as required.
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of refractories, beams, and SiC plates as applicable.
- Assist or perform in any assigned area.
Benefits
- $2.50 shift differential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
