• Draw metal samples for furnaces or kettles for analysis, and calculate types and amounts of materials needed to ensure that materials meet specifications.
• Drain, transfer, or remove molten metal from furnaces, and place it into molds, using hoists, pumps, or ladles.
• Record production data, and maintain production logs. Record raw materials used.
• Operate controls to move or discharge materials from furnaces.
• Weigh materials to be charged into furnaces, using scales.
• Interpret recipe from books.
• Perform all required maintenance for refractory linings.]
• Follow relevant work instructions and/or SOP.
• May be required to operate industrial trucks (fork trucks, lift trucks, etc.)
• May train new employees.

• Uses the appropriate electronic or manual system to perform the work of the job or department. Computer system use is more extensive in this job.
• May use computer systems to enroll in benefits and interact with other company data systems.

• Reading, writing, speaking, comprehension and computer skills in the English language, typically developed through high school education or equivalent, with the ability to communicate effectively via all these modes.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing good customer services. This includes meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Production and Processing- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods.
• Mathematics- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications. Must be able to comprehend the meaning of the calculation.
• Mechanical- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Operation and Control- Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Operation Monitoring- Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality Control Analysis- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Problem Sensitivity- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Multitasking- Ability to move from task to task while maintaining concentration amid distraction.
• Flexibility/Adaptability- Ability to adjust to new conditions and respond effectively to changing environments.
• Teamwork- Coordinating efforts and supporting coworkers to produce the best outcome.

• Manual Dexterity- The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Near Vision- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Control Precision- The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• Reaction Time- The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) or to an error, when it appears.
• Ability to perceive and interpret information through the senses of sight, hearing, smell, and touch at a level considered normal for a healthy adult. Must exhibit good balance.
• Maximum lifting requirement is 50 lbs.; any material of greater weight must be moved using machinery or team lift.

• Must wear required safety equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, ear plugs, gloves, respirator (Facial hair cannot interfere with fit of respirator).
• Daily exposure to dusts, fumes, metal sparks, and odors from an industrial environment.
• Daily exposure to extreme heat.

• See ISO Skill review.

Education Required: Equivalent to high school education plus 2-3 years trades training.

Experience Required: 3+ months as foundry furnace operator preferred. Mathematical, technical, or engineering related experience preferred. Past work experience demonstrating the ability to multitask.