Furnace Operators--Vacuum Arc and Electron Beam Furnaces

SUMMARY

Operate and maintain the electron beam furnaces.  Interpret and respond to the needs of the equipment.  Perform skilled maintenance, set-up and troubleshooting functions as required.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·Follow standard manufacturing and operating procedures

·Strong learning aptitude required-75% of the knowledge required must be learned on the job

·Must develop an understanding of basic “high vacuum� and “electron beam� technologies

 Â·Perform pre-operative checks prior to and during pump down cycle. Use pre-pump and start up checklist

·Set up and operate the furnace as directed for melting to include:

·Loading material

·Pumping down furnace

·Setting beam programs

·Operating data logging instrumentation

·Melting and casting

·Unloading ingots

·Ability to understand basic chemistry specifications and interpret furnace casting conditions is required

·Must be able to interpret video monitors, gauges, meters, etc. while operating the E.B. furnace

·Maintain operating records and logs

·Maintain material and maintenance needed lists

·Perform pumping speed and rate of rise tests to determine condition of vacuum system

·Clean out furnaces during maintenance cycles and replace damaged components. Change molds, hearths, shields, and feed devices.

·Operate leak detectors

·Use various hand and power tools as directed

·Performs maintenance required to ensure good operating condition of furnace and auxiliary equipment such as electrical, electronic, vacuum, hydraulic, pneumatic and cooling systems.

·Must be willing to work on many jobs that are in hot and dirty environments

·Correctly uses material handling equipment such as forklifts and cranes

·Perform mechanical skill functions such as flame cut, arc weld, silver solder, and soft solder

·Correctly use such tools as wrench, drills, grinders, saws

·Perform maintenance work

·Work in accordance with established safety rules and good housekeeping practices

EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

·High school diploma/GED is required

·Two years of additional schooling desired

·Must be capable of working in a group

·Must be able to work any schedule, & on weekends

·Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds

·Must be able to think quickly and take action

·Minimum three years working experience in a relevant environment.

·Must be able to wear a respirator.

ANY OF THE SKILLS BELOW WOULD BE CONSIDERED:

 

Electronic/Electrical Skilled Operator – Applicants must be able to troubleshoot/repair analog op-amp circuits, 3 phase SCR circuits and industrial controls.  Formal training and minimum of 3 years hands-on experience required.

Mechanical/Welder Skilled Operator - Applicants must be industrial maintenance level welder with ability to TIG, MIG and STICK weld.  Strong mechanical ability required.  Formal trade school or applicable on the job training required.  Ability to learn computer controls necessary.

Mechanical/Industrial Maintenance Skilled Operator – Applicants must have strong “hands-onâ€� experience with pneumatics, hydraulics and plumbing.  Basic understanding of electricity is desired.  Formal training and minimum of 3 years applicable experience required.

All positions require strong learning and mechanical aptitude.

 Starting wages:

VAR Operators - $18.20 + shift differential (2nd shift +$.50/hr, 3rd shift +$.70/hr)

EB Operators - $18.75hr + shift differential (2nd shift +$.50/hr, 3rd shift +$.70/hr)