McWane Ductile New Jersey Melting Reliefman-Spare
About The Position
The Senior Melter Spare supports the melting department by maintaining and repairing critical furnace and related equipment to support safe, efficient production. Work includes cleaning and rebuilding tap holes and slag systems, maintaining ladles and runners, operating melt deck equipment, and ensuring required measurements and conditions are met. The role emphasizes safety, equipment reliability, and housekeeping, and may assist with other production duties throughout the shift. The position requires the ability to perform departmental tasks described in Job Instructions and Work Instructions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role is non-exempt, and pay is between $27.96 and $29.96, in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical.
Requirements
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and comprehend and perform departmental tasks as outlined in Job Instructions and Work Instructions.
- Ability to meet physical demands, including frequent walking, bending, standing, climbing, crouching, and squatting; regular use of hands to handle tools and equipment; and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, with or without mechanical assistance.
- Ability to tolerate high-heat, loud, dusty, and wet work environments.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant industrial, manufacturing, or foundry experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow safety rules, procedures, and environmental requirements; complete job-specific environmental training and promptly report safety concerns.
- Maintain required certifications and training, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and fall protection.
- Perform manual labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds and using tools such as chipping guns and rammers.
- Clean and maintain slag and iron handling equipment, including bull ladles, tap holes, slag notches, and runners.
- Chip, repair, rebuild, and maintain tap holes, slag notches, and related components; ensure correct measurements and inspect high spots and slag areas daily.
- Maintain the integrity and condition of the melt box, spout, and associated equipment.
- Operate production equipment as needed, including tending the cupola, operating the bull ladle, or running the skip car throughout the shift.
- Perform start-up and operational duties, including lancing out the tap hole and supporting bottom drop activities as assigned.
- Inspect tools and equipment, including chipping guns and gas hoses, and ensure they are in proper working condition.
- Maintain a clean and orderly melt deck and work area through good housekeeping practices.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to support production and operational needs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Family medical cost as low as $42.63 per week.
- Vacation/PSL and paid holidays.
- 401(k) with company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
