Melt Operator

Dixon Valve•Dayton, NJ

55d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Richmond Foundry, a proud affiliate of The Dixon Group is looking for a safety-focused and reliable Melt Operator to join our dedicated team in Dayton, NJ! As a Melt Operator, you are at the heart of our foundry's process. You'll be responsible for transforming raw materials into the high-quality molten metal that forms the foundation of all our products. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you! About Us: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation's heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Safety-First Mindset: A strong commitment to working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is essential.
Mechanical Aptitude: You are comfortable working with machinery and have a good sense of how things work.
Attention to Detail: You understand that accuracy, like reading temperatures and collecting samples, is critical to quality.
Team Player: You have strong communication skills and work well with others.
Eager to Learn: You have a willingness to learn new skills, cross-train, and follow instructions from various team members.
The ability to work in a non-climate-controlled foundry environment, which may be hot and noisy.
The ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
The ability to regularly lift, push, and pull objects (up to 50 lbs).
The ability to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and heat-resistant gear.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and maintain five coreless induction furnaces.
Operate an overhead crane to transport metal from the staging area to the furnaces.
Skim slag and remove excess metal from equipment using hand tools.
Precisely transport molten metal from furnaces to transfer ladles.
Accurately monitor and read temperature gauges to ensure product quality.
Collect metal samples for analysis by our quality team.
Communicate clearly with your shift supervisor and team members to ensure a safe and efficient workflow.