Rod Mill Laborer

Prysmian•McKinney, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Prysmian is seeking a Rod Mill Laborer to maintain the melting rate of the shaft furnace, ensuring correct oxygen content and molten metal temperature. The role involves maintaining the holding furnace level, cleaning and repairing furnace equipment, and performing routine checks on critical controls. This position requires adherence to safety procedures and OSHA requirements, as well as maintaining performance and maintenance records.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D certificate
Ability to read and write the English language
Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work
Exposed to high voltage electricity and excessive heat
Ability to push, pull, or lift heavy objects and/or machine parts with or without assistance
Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Responsibilities

Maintain the melting rate of the shaft furnace while ensuring correct oxygen content and molten metal temperature.
Ensure that the holding furnace level is maintained at approximately ½ full (3-5 tons).
Maintain, clean, and repair furnace burners, tap hole, launders, slag vessel, holding furnace, pour pot, and other furnace-related equipment as required.
Performs routine check furnace burners, tap hole, spouts, launders, and holding furnace exit for blockage.
Maintains all furnace related critical and in-process controls within specified ranges.
Maintains oxygen content by using air addition manifold located in lower launder.
Calibrates CO analyzers at the beginning of the day shift operation and any other times when there is a question of possible malfunctioning.
Performs routine check lines, hoses, and associated equipment for air and gas leaks.
Diagnoses problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.