Melt Utility, 1st Shift at EJ

Ardmore, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Furnace Operation, Iron Melting, Crane Operation, Forklift Operation, Slag Skimming, Metal Sampling, Refractory Repair, Air Hammer Operation, Chisel Operation, Material Handling, Safety Adherence, Metallurgical Analysis, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

EJ has immediate openings for 1st Shift Melt Utility starting at $20.00 per hour. Generous Benefit Package that includes the following: Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, 401K (with match), Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, HSA with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Bonus Program About EJ: We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883. We are seeking high preforming individuals who embrace our values, understand the importance of relationships, and strive for excellence. Our values, which have been passed down for generations, are the essence of our company's identity and our guide for making decisions. Core values at EJ include safety and security, honesty and integrity, environmental responsibility, respect for others, quality and excellence, and social responsibility. Location: Ardmore, OK SUMMARY Monitors and operates furnaces that melt gray and ductile iron used in the casting process. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Operates and maintains coreless induction furnace melting iron. * Operates industrial crane to hoist equipment onto deck and furnace. * Operates forklift, as needed, to transport supplies and equipment. * Skims slag from surface of molten metal using a slag rake. * Transfers molten metal from furnace to transfer ladle. * Removes samples of iron utilizing a ceramic fiber cub for metallurgical analysis. * Cleans furnaces and equipment, and repairs refractory lining utilizing air hammers and pneumatic rammers. * Knock out and clean all ladles using air hammers and chisels. * Adds material to alloy bins using forklift and hoist. * Promotes the culture, the mission and vision, and the core values of the company. This includes adherence to and promotion of the company safety beliefs, employee engagement, competencies, code of conduct, and other policies and procedures. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to successfully pass the respirator testing protocol and wear a respirator as needed. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. EJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

The primary duties involve monitoring and operating coreless induction furnaces to melt gray and ductile iron for the casting process. This includes operating heavy equipment like cranes and forklifts, skimming slag, taking metallurgical samples, and performing necessary cleaning and refractory repairs on furnaces and ladles.