Spectrometer Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Monday - Saturday 

3:00 PM - 11:30 PM 

Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

• Competitive pay ( + Foundry Premium $3.00/hour)
• Company paid health and dental benefits.
• Paid vacation 
• 401K Plan with company match
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Tuition reimbursement program 

Responsibilities

1. Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all safety policies related to molten metal handling and furnace operations
• Verify that all materials, tools, and scrap are dry and properly inspected before charging or use to maintain a safe operating environment.
• Monitor safe charging practices (long scrap, bales, cold/wet materials)
• Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for out-of-service equipment
• Identify hazards such as cracked hoses, thermocouples, or furnace issues and escalate and stop operations when required for safety

2. Production & Operations

• Monitor furnace charging, melting, alloying, and casting processes
• Ensure furnace capacity is optimized and charging specifications are followed
• Control melt times and furnace temperatures to prevent overheating and oxidation
• Coordinate daily production to meet throughput targets.
• Monitor billet quality, scrap rates, and process efficiency

3. Alloying & Metallurgical Control

• Ensure correct alloying practices per Sierra and ASTM specifications
• Oversee addition of alloying elements and verify chemical composition
• Monitor spectrometer usage for accurate metal analysis
• Ensure proper stirring, sampling, and homogenization of molten metal

4. Equipment & Process Control

• Oversee furnace maintenance including hot cleaning Furnaces/Degasser unit and inspections
• Ensure proper operation and calibration of thermocouples
• Monitor condition of molds, filters, troughs, and casting tables
• Coordinate with maintenance for repairs 

5. Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor inclusion risks (filters, dross, contamination)
• Verify proper tracking of materials using D365.
• Ensure traceability of production from charge to final product

6. Team Coordination & On-Shift Leadership

• Provide handson direction and jobsite coaching to furnace operators and casting crews during assigned shifts
• Assign tasks and monitor shift performance against safety and production expectations
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals and safety expectations

7. Leadership Skills

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead teams in high-temperature, high-risk environments
• Effective communication with operators, maintenance, and management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aluminum casting, foundry, or furnace operations
• At least 2 years of lead or foremanlevel experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of aluminum alloys and alloying practices (ASTM standards preferred)
• Experience with furnace operations, melt control, and casting processes
• Ability to identify and mitigate safety risks related to molten metal, wet scrap, and high-temperature environments
• Familiarity with spectrometer use and basic metallurgical analysis
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with (D365 or similar) for production tracking and material traceability
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage shift operations effectively

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to work safely in hightemperature industrial environments using required personal protective equipment (PPE) 
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work around molten metal and industrial equipment for extended periods

The pay for this position is $27.77 - $28.74. If you are hired, your base salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic locations, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

Sierra Aluminum is a vertically integrated aluminum extrusion mill providing standard, custom and OEM aluminum products that range from basic mill finished extrusions all the way to finished, fabricated shapes. With in-house value added services such as anodizing, painting, thermal improvement, fabrication and specialized packaging, we ensure consistent quality products delivered on time.