Lodge Cast Iron ยท 1 day ago
Melt Technician - 3rd shift
South Pittsburg, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expLodge Cast Iron is the only producer of a full line of US made cast iron cookware and is seeking a Foundry Melt Technician. The technician will be responsible for controlling the melting process of various iron materials and ensuring that the temperature and chemistry meet required specifications.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Minimum three to five years related experience and/or training
Working knowledge of PC and Windows based software
Basic Math Skills
Mechanical Skills
Forklift License Required
Small hand tool Knowledge
Preferred
Bobcat Experience
Walden Experience
Robot Experience
Company
Lodge Cast Iron
Lodge is America's largest and oldest manufacturer of cast iron cookware.
201-500 employees
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Funding
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Mike Otterman
CEO/President
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