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Wellman (WDC Acquisition LLC) Melt Furnace Tender in CRESTON, Iowa
TITLE:Melt/Furnace Tender
LOCATION:Creston, IA
REPORTS TO:Area Supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:High School diploma or equivalency preferred
EXPERIENCE:On the job training provided, previous manufacturing or foundry experience preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Male/Female/Veteran/Disable
National Career Readiness Certification preferred
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Must have good vision, hearing, and hand-eye coordination. Must be able to follow written work instructions. Must be able to multitask and meet production goals and deadlines. Must be team-oriented and have good communication skills. Must have great attention to detail. Must be able to lift 50lbs on a regular basis. Must be able to grip, push, and pull with 80lb strength on a regular basis. Must be able to generate 15lbs of pinch strength on occasion. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical. Must be able to perform elevated work on an occasional basis. Some asks require repetitive activities. Must be able to stand on concrete up to 8 hours. Must be willing to cross-train within the classification. Must be able to follow all safety rules and wear all required personal protective equipment. Must be able to work in high heat temperatures all year round. Must be able to maintain a clean workstation and clean equipment. Must be able to work in a team environment.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- To melt magnesium and aluminum metals to meet alloy specifications.
- Adding alloys and hardeners per work instructions.
- Following time and temperature restraints set forth by Engineering.
- To pour hot metal into molds as assigned to produce castings to meet the metal temperature requirements and the customers' specifications.
- Responsible for keeping the alloy tools and the furnace areas clean and dross segregated.
- To work in a team to ensure the melt pouring process goes smoothly.
- Must be able to understand and read temperature gauges and identify different molds to know which alloys and metals will be poured into each mold.
These job duties are not all inclusive. The Company, from time to time, may require the incumbent to perform additional duties as assigned.
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Our company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment here is based solely upon anindividual's merit and qualifications directly related to the position. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. Wemake all reasonable accommodations to meet the obligations set forth under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.