Melt Furnace Operator

Overview

Consider joining the Pennex team as a Melt Furnace Operator. This position is night shift from 7 PM to 7 AM. As a Furnace operator you have a crucial role in operating the furnace, ensuring the proper functioning of the Furnace equipment, maintaining optimal operating conditions, and producing high‑quality products.

• Loads scrap, prime, and other metals into the furnace to achieve proper molten aluminum alloy using appropriate mobile equipment.
• Stirs the metal bath with a steel rake attached to a forklift.
• Removes dross by‑product from the molten bath with a steel rake attached to a forklift in a skimming action, minimizing the amount of aluminum removed while maximizing dross removal.
• Loads dross pots into dross snuffers/coolers using a forklift and empties dross pots when cooled.
• Draws samples using a ladle; after analysis, manually adds appropriate alloying materials and re‑stirs the molten bath.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all mobile equipment used in the department at the start of each shift.
• Removes impurity gases from the bath using argon, nitrogen, or SF₆.
• Cleans pipes with compressed air after finishing the degassing operation.
• Assists with cast run‑up and shutdown.
• Stages the next charge by bringing prime, scrap, and dealer scrap into the charging area.
• Keeps the furnace area free from debris, putting scrap in appropriate places.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2 to 3 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior forklift experience.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively in one‑on‑one situations to foremen, other crew members, and supervisors.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must possess a valid Forklift Operator’s license and have prior forklift experience.
• Must be able to operate an overhead crane.
• Must complete Molten Metal training.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsor ships are not available.
• Must have regular attendance.

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state‑of‑the‑art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes, and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets – including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart; it’s how we do it. Safety, integrity, caring, and growth are the core values embodied by each team member, guiding every action we take and every decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees, or supporting local communities, our purpose is clear: to positively impact the world.

If you are a like‑minded individual with a strong ability to problem‑solve, collaborate, and communicate effectively, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, visit  or other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance‑based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ample opportunity for career…