Refractory Operator

CMC•Martinsburg, WV

About The Position

The Refractory Operator installs and repairs refractories in steel vessels, including furnaces, ladles, and tundishes. The role includes coordinating with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee refractory repairs and replacements, selecting and procuring refractory materials for steel mill applications, and visually inspecting furnaces for issues such as water leaks and refractory wear. The operator also supports safe, reliable production through equipment inspections, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, housekeeping, and communication about production concerns. The position requires working in a steel mill environment with exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dust, fumes, mists, uneven surfaces, loud noise, elevated work areas, and confined spaces. The role involves rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, and overtime as needed, including planned schedules and emergency situations. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work with exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dust, fumes, mists, uneven surfaces, loud noise, elevated work areas, and confined spaces.
Dependability in attendance and work completion, with flexibility to meet business needs.
Ability to learn quickly and multitask.
Willingness to work a rotating shift, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for extended periods.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work overtime as required, including planned schedules and unplanned emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Participate in CMC Safety Programs and proactively uphold the CMC Safety Culture.
Communicate effectively with others about possible production issues, concerns, and needs.
Complete equipment inspection reports each shift.
Perform minor or routine maintenance and repairs as needed without assistance from maintenance personnel.
Suggest improvements to work methods and procedures as part of continuous improvement.
Perform daily housekeeping duties, including maintaining the immediate work area.
Troubleshoot work-related problems using job knowledge, experience, and communication with others.
Understand start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures.
Assist maintenance personnel when requested or needed.
Carry out tasks and activities directed by operations support management safely and in a timely manner.
Follow safety rules and regulations and wear company PPE properly to prevent on-the-job injuries.
Install and repair refractories in steel vessels, including furnaces, ladles, and tundishes.
Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee refractory repairs and replacements.
Evaluate, select, and procure refractory materials for steel mill applications.
Visually inspect furnaces for problems such as water leaks and refractory wear.