Melt Operator

Denison Industries • Denison, TX

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About The Position

The Melt Operator safely operates melting furnaces and material-handling equipment to support daily foundry production. The role contributes to metal quality, production targets, and workplace safety. It requires dependable, safety-focused employees who can work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, physically demanding manufacturing environment.

The Melt Department is the foundation of the foundry process. Melt Operators produce quality metal safely and consistently while supporting the organization's Safety, Quality, and Production goals through attention to detail, proactive communication, teamwork, and safe operating practices.

Requirements

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work for extended periods in high-temperature industrial environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and hazard awareness.
• Strong situational awareness and ability to remain alert in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work confidently around molten metal while respecting its hazards.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and measurement calculations.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work hard and efficiently.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support coworkers and department goals.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with multiple departments.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and maintain production schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Previous foundry, metal casting, melting, or manufacturing experience.
• Forklift certification or prior forklift operating experience.
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate melting furnaces and associated equipment in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
• Handle and work around molten metal while maintaining awareness of hazards and safe operating practices.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to transport raw materials, alloys, and production supplies.
• Monitor melt operations for quality, efficiency, and adherence to production requirements.
• Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions, refractory damage, furnace abnormalities, equipment issues, and molten-metal handling concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors, maintenance personnel, quality personnel, fellow operators, and other departments to support safety, quality, production, and smooth foundry operations.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Assist with other foundry and production-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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