Melt Supervisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you passionate about starting your career with an organization that values integrity, dedication, and hard work every day? If you are ready to join a reputable independent company with a 100-year history of success, Grede is the place for you, and we value all our employees and their roles as an important part of our united team.

Under the supervision of the Melt Supervisor, the Melt Utility performs various tasks within the Melt Department to ensure the timely and proper production of molten iron.

Opening are on Weekend, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. 

What You'll Do:

• Operate equipment used in Melt Department including cupola/furnace, holding furnaces, desulfurizing vessel, converters, cranes and any equipment that is essential to normal operations. 
• Operate fork truck by following all processes and procedures related to its safe operation.
• Assist Melter with operations, operational maintenance, deslagging, and with relining, repair, shaving, and startup of furnaces.
• Assist with the operation of electric furnaces and cupola to melt iron and steel scrap, alloys, and other additives to the proper temperature, composition, chemistry to ensure quality molten product.
• Assist in or perform refractory repairs on furnace, ladles, spouts, etc. Inspect equipment and cupola and furnace lining regularly.

• Maintain melt written records as necessary and secure proper tools for each task.

• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner. Utilize delay time constructively by doing housekeeping or other area improvement activities.
• Assist in training new melt employees and cover various positions throughout the Melt Department to cover for breaks, illnesses, vacations, etc.

• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner. Utilize delay time constructively by doing housekeeping or other area improvement activities.
• Participate in area continuous improvement efforts including Employee Involvement activities.
• Personal attendance record should remain in compliance with company guidelines.
• This list is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties as necessary.
• Able to work overtime as assigned.

Why You'll Love Working For Us:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical and Dental coverages
• Insurance: Life and Short-Term Disability
• 401(K)
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

What We Need From You:

• Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team member.   

• Requires decimals and fractions, drawings and formulas, adjustable measuring instruments.

• Some judgment to comply with instructions, follow methods, make minor decisions with continuous mental or visual attention.

• Moderate physical exertion. Able to lift up to 60 pounds. Physical movement includes repetitive motion, with twisting, bending, and standing for most of shift.
• Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE. (Safety goggles, hearing protections, steel-toe non-slip safety shoes, and gloves as needed when on the shop floor.)

Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full-time employment can be a powerful step toward long-term success.

To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.