Melt Technician - 2nd Shift

Melt Technician – Now Starting at $21.25/Hour Location: South Pittsburg, TN

About Lodge Cast Iron We got our start over 125 years ago when Joseph Lodge founded the Blacklock Foundry in South Pittsburg, TN. His scrappy, hardworking spirit continues to lead us today. As a team, we believe cast iron is for everyone. We’re dedicated to manufacturing American-made cookware that we’re proud to use in our very own homes and excited to bring to kitchens, backyards, and campfires around the world. Day in and day out, we work together to stay safe, have fun, and be better than we were the day before.

What Fires Us Up? By now, you may have caught on to the fact that we’re serious about spreading the joys of cast iron. And while we’re always on the lookout for ways to innovate, we believe in the adage: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. That’s why we stand by a simple recipe of just iron and oil (no forever chemicals, since forever!). It’s also why we’re passionate about keeping our campus in our hometown of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, providing great jobs to our community. As we bring our cookware to the next generation of cast iron chefs, we’re looking for people to help us stay true to our roots every step of the way. Does that sound like something you can get behind?

A Day in the Life of a Melt Technician The Melt Technician is responsible for controlling the process from furnace charging through the transfer of molten iron to the pouring ladle. In this role, you will melt pig iron, steel, returns, and alloys in electric induction furnaces while ensuring the temperature and chemistry of the metal meet production and quality requirements. You will also perform equipment maintenance, support safe operations, and help maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to load scrap into storage hoppers.
• Utilize automated charge make-up systems to weigh desired charge blends.
• Utilize automated alloy systems to determine and weigh alloy additions.
• Charge and operate electric induction furnaces throughout the full melt cycle.
• Obtain molten bath temperatures and monitor melt conditions.
• Remove slag from molten baths.
• Obtain iron samples for QA spectrometer testing.
• Pour molten iron from furnaces into transfer ladles.
• Perform repairs to furnaces, shakers, magnets, and related equipment to support production.
• Remove and replace furnace linings, including grouting, hose replacement, and spout repairs.
• Perform furnace top-capping, sintering, and cold-start procedures.
• Repair, reline, and fabricate ladles as needed.
• Maintain work areas in accordance with housekeeping and safety standards.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of required math and utility assessments.
• Ability to meet Melt Skills Evaluation requirements.
• Working knowledge of PC and Windows-based software.
• Basic math and mechanical skills.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to safely use common hand tools and production equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, push, and pull throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, high temperatures, and industrial machinery.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, face shields, respirators, gloves, and safety footwear.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Generous PTO and Sick Pay
• Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life, and Short-Term Disability)
• On-Site Clinic and Fitness Center
• 401K Match and Deferred Profit Sharing Program
• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Scholarship Opportunity and Tuition Reimbursement
• $150 Boot Allowance
• Employee Discount at Lodge Factory Store and Big Bad Breakfast
• Safety, Holiday, and Celebration Dinners
• Benefits may vary by role and eligibility.

Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer Lodge Manufacturing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).