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BQC Foundry

Melt & Pour Coordinator

Lebanon, PA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

The Melt & Pour Coordinator is a hands-on role responsible for coordinating daily melt and pouring operations to ensure safety, quality, and production goals are met. This position works directly on ...

grede

Melt Pourer

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

The Melt Pourer will pour metal into molds and maintain a metal flow rate to ensure casting quality and avoid excess spillage of metal. What You'll Do: * Transport molten metal in a ladle from the ...

System One

Melt Operator

Landisville, PA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Melt Operator Location: Landisville, PA Type: Contract To Hire Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: Weekend Shift: Friday through Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Second Shift: Mon-Thur 3pm-1:30am Security ...

System One

Melt Operator

Landisville, PA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Melt Operator Location: Landisville, PA Type: Contract To Hire Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: Weekend Shift: Friday through Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Second Shift: Mon-Thur 3pm-1:30am Security ...

Grede

Melt Pourer

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

The Melt Pourer will pour metal into molds and maintain a metal flow rate to ensure casting quality and avoid excess spillage of metal. What You'll Do: * Transport molten metal in a ladle from the ...

System One Holdings, LLC

Melt Operator

Landisville, PA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Melt Operator Location: Landisville, PA Type: Contract To Hire Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: Weekend Shift: Friday through Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Second Shift: Mon-Thur 3pm-1:30am Security ...

Magna Castings North America

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Melt Operator

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$24.90/hr

We are seeking a dedicated Melt Operator to join our metal manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and monitoring melting equipment to produce high-quality molten ...

Cardinal Services

Melt Deck Operator

Bellevue, OH · On-site

$18 - $18.50/hr

Production Melt Deck Operator Cardinal Staffing has a DIRECT HIRE opportunity located in Bellevue, OH for a Production Melt Deck Operator. Position Summary: The Furnace Melt Deck Operator is ...

ASC Engineered Solutions

Melt Crew

Columbia, PA · On-site

$23.50/hr

The Melt Crew is responsible for safely handling molten metal at extremely high temperatures, supporting daily furnace operations, and maintaining related equipment such as ladles and refractory ...

ASC Engineered Solutions, LLC

Melt Crew

Columbia, PA · On-site

$23.50/hr

The Melt Crew is responsible for safely handling molten metal at extremely high temperatures, supporting daily furnace operations, and maintaining related equipment such as ladles and refractory ...

Nucor

MELT SHOP DAY SUPERVISOR

Ghent, KY · On-site

The Melt Shop Day Supervisor will promote safety as our #1 priority, establish expectations, develop best practices for the area, ensure consistency, assess performance at both the individual and ...

ATI

Manager Technology (Melt Technology)

Monroe, NC

The Manager - Melt Technology will lead the Melt Technology team in Bakers Operations with responsibility to manage the team's performance toward building and sustaining titanium melting process ...

ATI

Manager Technology (Melt Technology)

Monroe, NC · On-site

The Manager - Melt Technology will lead the Melt Technology team in Bakers Operations with responsibility to manage the team's performance toward building and sustaining titanium melting process ...

Nucor

MELT SHOP DAY SUPERVISOR

Ghent, KY · On-site

The Melt Shop Day Supervisor will promote safety as our #1 priority, establish expectations, develop best practices for the area, ensure consistency, assess performance at both the individual and ...

Universal Stainless

Manager Melt Shop

North Jackson, OH · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Lead Melt Shop Foreman, Remelt Foreman and all supervisory and support staff and fulfill resources as necessary. * Manage, lead and motivate, supervisors and employees in your area of responsibility.

Vallourec North America

Melt Shop Operator

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

As a Melt Shop Operator, you'll be responsible for monitoring and operating casting machines and related equipment to ensure billet production meets quality and safety standards. This role is ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for melt in the United States is $30.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a melt?

A Melt job typically involves operating and maintaining furnaces or other equipment used to melt metal or other materials in a manufacturing or foundry setting. Responsibilities may include monitoring temperatures, ensuring proper material composition, and following safety protocols. Workers in this role help produce high-quality molten materials for casting, molding, or fabricating products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the melt position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Melt (Melt Shop Operator or Steel Melt Operator), you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, furnace operation, and safety protocols, often backed by vocational training or relevant technical certifications. Familiarity with industrial furnaces, ladle metallurgy equipment, and automated process control systems is essential for efficient production. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure both product quality and workplace safety. These skills are critical for maintaining smooth operations, minimizing defects, and ensuring the safety of all personnel in high-temperature environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in a melt position?

In a Melt role, your daily responsibilities usually include operating and monitoring furnaces, preparing and charging raw materials, conducting chemical analysis, and overseeing the safe handling of molten metal. You will collaborate closely with quality control teams and maintenance staff to ensure equipment is functioning properly and production meets required standards. Adhering to strict safety protocols and accurately documenting production data are also critical parts of the job. This hands-on position is key to delivering consistent, high-quality steel or metal products within a manufacturing team.

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Melt & Pour Coordinator

BQC Foundry

Lebanon, PA • On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Description:

Summary Description:

The Melt & Pour Coordinator is a hands-on role responsible for coordinating daily melt and pouring operations to ensure safety, quality, and production goals are met. This position works directly on the production floor.

The Coordinator is responsible for enforcing procedures, addressing employee performance and behavior, and maintaining accountability among team members while performing essential melt and pouring duties.

Essential Functions:

  • Ensure completion of all daily melt and pouring tasks.
  • Coordinate and support pouring and melt operations to meet production needs.
  • Verify metal meets required specifications prior to use.
  • Monitor melt back process to ensure workload demands are met.
  • Perform periodic checks on castings to ensure quality and reduce scrap.
  • Ensure all non-conforming scrap is re-melted daily.
  • Oversee proper use and care of melt equipment, furnaces, and tools.
  • Transport molten metal safely from furnace to pouring area.
  • Pour molten metal into molds at proper rate and temperature.
  • Follow molding schedules and verify shop card instructions (temperature, filters, part numbers, etc.).
  • Communicate with furnace tender to ensure metal availability aligns with production needs.
  • Identify and report unfavorable pouring conditions (run-outs, short pours, incorrect sequencing, etc.).
  • Remove impurities from molten metal and dispose of materials properly.
  • Operate robotic pouring systems as required.
  • Complete pouring logs accurately and consistently.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Report equipment issues or maintenance needs promptly.
  • Work closely with the Castings Operation Lead to execute daily production goals.
  • Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
  • Operate forklift as necessary
  • Perform chemistry checks as needed using the spectrometer.
  • Perform furnace and ladle repair as trained.
  • Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Coordination & Accountability Responsibilities:

  • Provide direction and support to team members on the floor.
  • Ensure employees are following procedures, shop cards, and safety requirements.
  • Address performance, attendance, or behavior issues in real time.
  • Issue verbal warnings and document incidents; escalate for further discipline as needed.
  • Maintain a firm, consistent, and professional approach when enforcing expectations.
  • Communicate effectively with leadership regarding team performance and concerns.

Skills or Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or foundry environment.
  • Forklift Certification a plus
  • Ability to work in high-temperature and physically demanding environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to hold employees accountable and address issues directly.


Requirements:

Other Position Demands or Requirements:

Must be able to use the following machines, tools, equipment and/or work aids:


PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS:

Known Specific Hazard Information:

INSIDE / OUTSIDE:

% Inside: 100

% Outside: 0

AVERAGE TEMPERATURE RANGE:

Avg Low: 85

Avg High: 110

HIGH TEMPERATURE EXPECTED:

(Degrees) 130

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES:

(Yes or No) No

HUMID / WET:

(Yes or No) No

Humid / Wet - (Detail)

EXTREME NOISE:

(Yes or No) Yes

NOISE LEVEL:

85-102 dbl

EXTREME VIBRATION:

(Yes or No) Yes

WORKING SURFACE CONDITION(S):

Uneven in some areas

WALKING SURFACE CONDITION(S):

Concrete

Known Environmental Hazard Information

FUMES: (Yes or No) Yes

MIST: (Yes or No) Yes

ODORS: (Yes or No) Yes

GASSES: (Yes or No) Yes

DUST: (Yes or No) Yes

Other Known Hazard Information

Use of overhead cranes and forklift operation

Periodic heavy lifting

Handling of molten aluminum

Hot Parts

Pinch points

Rotating equipment

Automated equipment

Repetitive motion

Trip hazards

High ambient temperatures

Head hazards