Furnace Operator

Furnace Operator's Needed on 1st & 2nd Shift Wartburg, TN Job Description We are seeking skilled Furnace Operators for a temp-to-perm role covering two shifts. Join a dynamic team with multiple openings for both Melt Room Operators and Melt Operator Converters. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with career growth potential. Responsibilities + Read, understand, and follow established procedures to conduct work safely, effectively, and in an environmentally friendly manner. + Identify and prepare appropriate equipment for melting, including the furnace, crucible, mold, and supporting equipment. Inspect equipment for defects and wear. + Prepare materials for melting, including calculating slag composition ratios and other raw materials. + Transfer or remove molten metal from furnaces and place it into molds using hoists, pumps, or ladles. + Participate in the oxidation of alloy and related refining techniques under elevated temperatures. + Record production or process data and maintain logs as required. + Regulate supplies of fuel, air, oxygen, and water coolant to heat furnaces and adjust temperatures. + Observe and record key process indicators such as air and temperature gauges or metal color and fluidity, and adjust controls to maintain required temperatures. + Maintain material accountability during preparation and production by using scales or other measuring equipment in compliance with standard procedures. + Conduct analytical tests and sampling to confirm material composition. + Organize materials into drums to be closed, sealed, and weighed prior to shipment according to customer and company specifications. Essential Skills + Strong work ethic and positive outlook. + Integrity and reliability. + Work ethic. + Well-organized and self-directed. + Basic math skills and computer literacy. + Basic data entry skills. + Visual and mechanical inspection skills. + Trustworthiness. + Verbal and written communication skills. + Critical thinking and analytical skills. + Flexible to work long hours as required. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Production experience. + General labor and machine operation skills. + Mechanical aptitude and inspection skills. + Ability to troubleshoot and think critically. Why Work Here? Join a company with a strong team culture and opportunities for career growth. Benefit from comprehensive training and teaching while working in an environment where employees tend to stay long-term. Work Environment Work in a non-climate controlled plant, which may be hot or cold depending on the season. The role requires wearing specialized protective or safety equipment, including safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, or a breathing apparatus. The noise level varies from quiet to moderate, and you may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and hazardous materials. Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA standards and adhere to all local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wartburg, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wartburg,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companiesu2019 construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2025-12-08