Melt Deslag Operator

Dicastal North America•Greenville, MI

About The Position

Deslag operators may perform several different functions within the Casting department to meet production needs. The role includes operating furnace doors for pours, pushing slag, replenishing aluminum liquid for casting holding furnaces, and deslagging low-pressure casting holding furnaces. The employee is expected to follow safety and housekeeping guidelines, maintain good attendance, complete assigned work and required paperwork, and communicate concerns to the team leader. Other duties may be assigned or designated. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six months of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and understand written documents.
Ability to work in a hot environment.
Ability to lift varying weights.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment when required.

Responsibilities

Follow safety rules and contribute to a safe work environment by following housekeeping guidelines.
Maintain good attendance and report to work on time with a positive attitude.
Follow instructions and work to meet daily job assignments and KPIs.
Communicate concerns openly with the team leader.
Complete required paperwork neatly and in a timely manner.
Open and close the furnace door for pours.
Push slag.
Replenish aluminum liquid for casting holding furnaces.
Deslag low-pressure casting holding furnaces.
Stay focused on assigned tasks, take responsibility for work performance, and complete tasks throughout the day.
Maintain good working relationships with co-workers and support a positive, steady workflow.
Work with a sense of urgency when needed, support or mentor co-workers when needed, and positively support change throughout the company.
Perform other duties as assigned or designated.