Melt Room Operator

Orlick Industriesis an automotive parts supplier producing aluminum components for many varieties of vehicles, with Honda being our largest customer.

Melt Room Operator

Position Summary:

The Melt Room Operator is responsible for maintaining safe and continuous operation of the melting furnace to produce high quality aluminum ingots in support of die cast production. This is a physically demanding position that requires the ability to drive a forklift and to work with molten metal in front of industrial furnaces.

• Shift Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 10 hour weekly rotating shifts (Days 7:00am - 5:00pm; Afternoons 5:00pm - 3:00am)

Why Join Orlick Industries?

• Benefits program including dental, vision care, prescription medication, and extended health care coverage
• Annual wage reviews and increases
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Pension contributions
• Cost coverage for safety work boots
• Employee events

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Furnace charging; working with a furnace at 1400F to properly melt aluminum to a molten state.
• Ensuring the holding furnaces are operating at their best capacity by: charge well fluxing, fluxing of holding bath, routine channel cleaning (rodding), cleaning the floor of reverb from build-up of metal, and taking spectrometer samples.
  
• Inspecting all scrap bin contents before charging to ensure they are dry and free of debris.
• Using a forklift in a safe manner; ensuring valid license is maintained for forklift.
• Placing ingots onto the stacker, strapping bundles with metal banding, and applying recycled aluminum control tag.
• Completing all necessary paperwork/documentation and utilizing the appropriate computerized systems/ readings.
• Housekeeping of work area; keeping it clean and free of debris.
  

Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Forklift license preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Adaptable to change.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Team player; able to work well with others.
  

**This posting is for an existing vacancy**

Orlick Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.