Plasma Melter

ATI • Monroe, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

ATI is hiring a Plasma Arc Melter at its Bakers facility in Monroe, North Carolina. The role is part of a team manufacturing titanium electrodes primarily for the aerospace industry. The Plasma Melter sets up and operates a Plasma Melt Furnace in a controlled environment and rotates to the production floor every few hours to perform general maintenance. During furnace turnaround, the employee spends two days rebuilding components, cleaning and preparing melting hearths, and performing routine operating maintenance. The position requires critical thinking, problem-solving, dependability, analytical thinking, troubleshooting, attention to detail, adaptability, and flexibility in a changing environment. Employees must remain in the Plasma Melter role for at least two years before becoming eligible to apply for other roles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (listed as a preferred qualification).
• At least one year of manufacturing experience (listed as a preferred qualification).
• At least one year of maintenance or diesel background (listed as a preferred qualification).
• Basic math skills.
• Mechanical knowledge.
• Moderate computer knowledge and the ability to manipulate data using various programs and computers.
• Ability to use hand tools, measuring instruments, meters, and gauges to ensure proper setup and machining operations.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity for extended periods, including lifting or carrying objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must have passed Respirator Protection screening.
• Must remain in the Plasma Melter role for a minimum of two years before becoming eligible to post to other roles.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, dependability, analytical thinking, troubleshooting, attention to detail, adaptability, and flexibility in a changing environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of manufacturing experience.
• At least one year of maintenance or diesel background.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a vacuum, positive-pressure plasma arc furnace and start-cycle gas system.
• Perform all operating and safety checks.
• Continuously monitor controls and gauges during furnace operation.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and legible logs, records, and charts.
• Operate heavy machinery, including forklifts and cranes.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Rotate to the production floor every few hours to perform general maintenance activities.
• During furnace turnaround, spend two days rebuilding components, cleaning and preparing melting hearths, and performing normal operating maintenance.

What This Job Offers

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