Melt Utility Worker

Company: Grede
Location: Browntown
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Job Description:

Are you ready to accelerate your career with a best-in-class organization that values innovation, dedication, and growth? Our employees at Grede are the key to our success and share our passion for teamwork, customer service, and operational excellence. If you want to join an industry-leading company that focuses on your professional growth and development, we'd love to hear from you!The Melt Utility Worker will perform various support and relief duties throughout the Melt Department to ensure the timely and proper production of molten iron.This is a 3rd shift position. The starting hourly wage is $19.84 with an hourly shift premium of $2.25. After 90 days of employment, the hourly wage will increase to $20.34.What You'll Do:Operate equipment used in the Melt Department including cupola/furnace, holding furnaces, desulfurizing vessel, converters, cranes, and any equipment that is essential to normal operationsOperate fork truck by following all processes and procedures related to its safe operationAssist Melter with operations, operational maintenance, relining, repair, shaving, and startup of furnacesAssist with the operation of electric furnaces and cupola to melt iron and steel scrap, alloys, and other additives to the proper temperature, composition, and chemistry to ensure quality molten productAssist in or perform refractory repairs on furnace, ladles, and spoutsInspect equipment and cupola and furnace lining regularlyMaintain melt written records as necessary and secure proper tools for each taskMaintain work area in a clean and orderly mannerUtilize delay time constructively by doing housekeeping or other area improvement activitiesAssist in training new melt employees and cover various positions throughout the Melt DepartmentPerform tasks with safety, quality, and productivity in mind, and follow all established procedures and process instructionsTake necessary action to minimize delay time and maximize productionWhy You'll Love Working for Us:$1,500 Sign-On BonusCompetitive Wages and BenefitsComprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision coveragesInsurance: Life, Short-Term Disability401(K) MatchPaid Vacation and HolidaysWhat We Need from You:Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team memberRequires decimals and fractions, drawings and formulas, adjustable measuring instrumentsSome judgment to comply with instructions, follow methods, and make minor decisions with continuous mental or visual attentionPersonal attendance record should remain in compliance with company guidelinesMay need to lift up to 75 pounds. Will use repetitive motion, with twisting, bending, and standing for most of shiftMust be willing and able to wear all required PPETo learn more about Grede, please visit our website at .We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Keywords: Grede, Rockford , Melt Utility Worker, Other , Browntown, Illinois