Melt Technician - 3rd shift

Are you looking for a new and interesting career? If so, Lodge Manufacturing may be the place for you. We are the only producer of a full line of US made cast iron cookware and we are growing. Come join our team! A successful candidate will enjoy our fast-paced environment.

Foundry Melt Technician is responsible for controlling the process from the charging of furnaces to the transfer ladle of iron from the furnace to the ladle. Technicians melt the pig iron, steel, returns and alloys in an electric induction furnace while ensuring the temperature and chemistry of the metal meets requirements as instructed. The metal is then transferred to the ladle for pouring.

A successful candidate must have a High school diploma or GED. Minimum three to five years related experience and/or training preferred. Working knowledge of PC and Windows based software. B asic Math Skills. Mechanical Skills. Forklift License Required. B obcat Experience Preferred. Walden Experience Preferred. Robot Experience Preferred. Small hand tool Knowledge.

• Operate overhead crane to load scrap into storage hoppers.
• Utilize automated charge make up system to weigh desired charge blend.
• Utilize automated alloy system to determine alloy additions to be added to the charge and weigh alloys.
• Charge and operate the furnace to melt the materials for the full melt cycle.
• Obtain molten bath temperature.
• Remove slag from molten bath.
• Obtain iron samples for QA spectrometer.
• Pour molten iron from furnace to transfer ladle.
• Make necessary repairs to the furnaces, shakers, and magnet to keep up with production.
• Removal of the old furnace linings and any repairs needed before relining such as: grouting, replacing any old hoses and repairing the spouts.
• Top capping the furnaces weekly.
• Sintering and cold starts.
• Repairing and relining ladles along with any fabricating due to the ladles being melted.
• Maintain a clean work environment in accordance with the 5L guidelines.
• Assist with or perform all other job related duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lodge Manufacturing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).