Melt Utility

Browntown Foundry LLC • Browntown, WI

2d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Melt Supervisor, the Melt Utility performs various tasks in the Melt Department to prepare iron for molding operations, following written and verbal process directions safely, efficiently, and with quality. The role is on 3rd shift.

Melt employees may prepare cupola charges, operate powered cranes, cupolas, and furnaces, add additives and alloys, and perform general labor according to department needs. The work may involve tools and equipment such as cranes, hammers, air hammers, thermometers, and scales. Employees follow applicable safety and quality procedures, keep work areas clear of hazards, and clean and prepare areas for the next shift.

The role also includes maintenance on cupolas and modern induction furnaces, including chipping out and relining, rebricking, spraying, and ladle repair. These duties are usually performed during non-production hours, including weekends. Employees report operational or quality problems to their supervisor and perform additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Completion of at least the tenth grade of high school.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal directions.
• Mechanical aptitude or related industrial experience.
• Physical ability to move freely throughout the department, walk, stand, bend, and regularly lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate powered cranes.
• Ability to work in hot atmospheres.
• Training in safety requirements, including respiratory protection, PPE requirements and use, and other safety requirements for employment at Grede – Browntown.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cupola charges according to process card information.
• Operate powered cranes, cupolas, and furnaces as needed.
• Add additives and alloys and perform general labor according to department needs.
• Use tools and equipment such as cranes, hammers, air hammers, thermometers, and scales.
• Follow written and verbal safety and quality guidelines and procedures.
• Keep work areas clear of hazards and clean and prepare them for the next shift.
• Perform cupola and modern induction furnace maintenance, including chipping out and relining, rebricking, spraying, and ladle repair; these tasks are usually performed during non-production hours, including weekends.
• Inform the supervisor of operational or quality problems.
• Perform additional duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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