Job Title: Refractory Technician
Division: Weir ESCO
Location: Newton - On Site

Shift: 2nd Shift 1:00 pm - 11:15 pm

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

JOB SUMMARY

· Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the ladles and vessels, relining with multi-components the AOD vessels, bottom pour ladles, transfer ladles and the making of stopper rods, cleans the old linings out of the ladles with the use of a chipping gun and installs the appropriate lining, removes the burned bricks from the AOD vessel and re-bricks the vessel, positions and moves the ladles, vessels and refractory materials with an overhead crane.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

· Ensure work area is clean and free of any hazards

· Participate in all Safety, Health and Environmental programs

· Updating Refractory Application

· Ensure all ladles, ladle components and Vessels meet process & quality requirements

· Data collection and input

· Have a good work ethic and a good attendance record

· Maintain a positive attitude in the workplace at all times

· Participate in lean initiatives (6S, Visual Management, Kaizen)

· Perform other duties as directed by company 

QUALIFICATIONS

· Education:  High school diploma/GED

· Experience:  None

· Certifications/Licenses:  None

· Other Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  Good reading, writing, mathematical, and verbal skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 5% 401(k) match
• 15 days PTO in the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling options

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Working Environment – Indoors, extreme heat, noise 90+, possible air contaminants, possible mechanical/electrical hazards, and possible physical hazards.

· Physical Demands (see second page for details):  Great upper body strength, good hand and eye coordination, standing, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, reaching, and walking.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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