Melt Technician

Linamar Corporation • Fruitport, MI

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Melt Tech operates, changes and cleans melt equipment used to form aluminum castings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous Melt experience is preferred.
• Previous Spectrometer work is preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions.
• Must be able to write and complete required paperwork.
• Must have basic math skills - add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be team-oriented, able to problem-solve and troubleshoot.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a hot environment and close proximity to hot furnaces and equipment.
• Ability to work in tight congested areas.
• Ability to meet requirements for wearing respirator.
• Computer skills, Excel, Word.
• Must be able to obtain a mobile equipment permit for the following equipment: Fork Truck and or Overhead Crane as per MIOSHA and company guidelines and standards.
• Must pass additional background screening requirements if required to handle shipments of dross materials or other Hazardous Wastes.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Melt experience is preferred.
• Previous Spectrometer work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure furnaces, launder systems and crucibles are functioning within operating parameters correctly to meet the customer’s quality requirements.
• Consistently load specified metal into furnace using a Hi-Lo to maintain proper chemistry and cleanliness of the system.
• Utilize a spectrometer and other analytical methods to ensure that metal meets alloy and quality requirements of the customer.
• Skim dross from surface of molten metal. Clean furnaces and equipment as directed.
• Ensure production equipment is properly receiving molten metal to produce castings.
• Observe machines and equipment for malfunction and make adjustments or repairs as directed to ensure that the equipment will operate safely and correctly at maximum efficiency, within operating parameters.
• Track and document process information accurately, as directed.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Maintain records of work accomplished and monitor metal temperatures.
• Provide coverage when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• 401k Program
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED