Furnace Stock Inspector Job Description Sample

Date Posted:
2019-02-12-08:00

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW106: Clayville 2395 Main Street, Clayville, NY, 13322 USA

The sky has no limits.

Flight is an instrument of human progress. It not only gets people where they want to go, it carries humanity to places it never thought possible.

At Pratt & Whitney, you'll be part of an evolving, globally diverse company that's moving fast to shape the future of aviation. Customers all over the world depend on our technology and the people behind it. As part of the team at Pratt & Whitney, you'll help answer today's challenges in powered flight while shaping and supporting tomorrow's solutions.

Essential Functions: ·

• Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a rotary atomization furnace. ·

• Work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before and after a pour and when required during the atomization process.

• · Assist in preparing raw material charges, running the furnace control board, making minor repairs on the furnace, atomization chamber, and other auxiliary equipment, cleaning the atomization chamber, carry out housekeeping duties.

• · Assist in the removal and replacement of coils and cleaning the interior of the furnace chamber.

• · Clean raw material charge and transport to charge area. As directed assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to furnace. Clean inside of crucibles, patch cracks and performs other repair tasks of crucible prior to next run.

• · May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one's skills

• · Adhere to ACE guidelines and perform ACE duties as required

• · Adhere to all EH & S guidelines, including wearing of required personal protective equipment including a respirator & mask

• Must have a good attendance record

• · Must have strong communication skills

• · Must be able to work overtime when required

• · Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. independently

• · Must be able to wear a respirator

• · Must have strong mechanical aptitude

• · Must be physically capable of: bending, lifting, squatting, twisting, overhead reaching, standing on feet for long period of time – up to 8 hrs, and climbing stairs

• Education / Certifications

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

Manufacturing experience a plus.

United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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Harrison Steel is hiring salaried Furnace Supervisors on multiple shifts. The Furnace Supervisor manages hourly employees that are responsible for operating our electric arc furnaces, ensuring correct quality of metal grades, and process adherence, from scrap steel to the precise customer-specified liquid steel.

Individual reports to the Melting Operations Manager. Local applicants only, at this time, who reside within the 30-mile commuting radius surrounding Attica, Indiana.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trains employees; plans, assigns and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems

• Schedules specific production activities based on the Furnace department and their customer, the Foundry department

• Coordinates with the Foundry and molding lines to schedule processing, and batch times and order. Tracks data and processes to ensure proper processing.

• Ensures necessary supplies are on hand. Monitors equipment status and reports any problems to Maintenance or Engineering

• Valid fork truck license preferred

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and at least one year related experience or training. Mechanical Engineering Technology degree is strongly preferred. Basic knowledge of computers and mathematics required; metallurgical knowledge is strongly preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate in the office and very loud in the Furnace department.

Our Production buildings are not climate controlled. Temperatures reach 100 degrees inside the facility on many summer days and drop well below 40 degrees in the winter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BENEFITS

Competitive salary; 401k and profit sharing; medical, dental and vision insurance available for purchase; and the WeCare Clinic, available to employees and family members for a variety of medical visits with no out-of-pocket costs.

ABOUT HARRISON STEEL

Harrison Steel is a family owned company that engineers and manufactures castings of 350 to 12,500 pounds, net casting weight, for businesses in industries such as construction, mining, energy transmission, and oil and gas. HS is located in Attica, Indiana, where it was founded in 1906 by J.W.

Harrison, as the National Car Coupler Company. Attica is a rural city surrounded by traditional Midwest farmland that about 3,200 residents call home. The foundry is a 40-minute drive from Lafayette, Indiana or Danville, Illinois, and 1.5 hours from Indianapolis.

Manager, Batch and Furnace - OEG

Location:

Fishers, Indiana, US

Job ID:8504

Estimated Travel:50%+

Talent Area:Manufacturing

Ardagh Group is a global leader in glass and metal packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading food, beverage and consumer care brands. Ardagh Group has a truly global presence. We operate 109 glass and metal manufacturing facilities in 22 countries, employing approxmately 23,500 people and have global sales of approxmately US$8.2 bn.

At Ardagh we have a reputation for innovation; pushing the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. The unprecedented growth of our business has been driven by our unrivalled expertise, obsession with quality and commitment to continuous improvement.

We strongly believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential and where their achievements are celebrated. We are creating an exciting future for Ardagh that is built on our core values of trust, teamwork and excellence and we have opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines across our organization.

For more information on Ardagh Group, please visit www.ardaghgroup.com

You can also download our News Centre App by searching Ardagh in the App Store.

Job Description

This role is a member of the Organizational Excellent Group who is a key leader to support the strategy and best, standard operating principles throughout the manufacturing processes specific to the Batch and Furnace area.

• Leading 15 indirect reports within the B&F Functional Group developing and implementing Best Practice for standard operation procedures throughout the manufacturing plants.

• Conduct OEG Plant Reviews covering the B&F Best Practices

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing plants

• Formulating & implementing of the operational excellence B&F strategy

• Work closely with Glass Technology department to assure the most optimal furnace performance for standard glass.

• Organize and direct the Functional Group operation of the furnace and batch mixing facilities ensuring consistent quality glass through the most efficient use of energy and equipment.

• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment consistent with Ardagh Group's policies and procedures, while striving for zero accidents.

• Direct and support batch and furnace departmental managers, including maintenance and preventative maintenance guidelines, furnace, batch and cullet operations.

• Drive the activity of monitoring and controlling established procedures, policies, and quality standards utilized in glass melting, refining, and ingredients used in batches.

• Support plant individual development needs

• Comply with Environmental and Food Safety standards as set forth in plant policies/programs within Department responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A successful candidate will possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.

• Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.

• A minimum of 7+ years of experience in Batch & Furnace operations.

• Knowledge of the methods and quality standards for manufacturing.

• Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a team-based environment.

• Must have excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills with good team dynamics and possess strong planning and organizational skills.

• Must have knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Applications

Environment & Physical requirements

• Plant manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, fumes and moving machinery. Requires a significant amount of walking.

• Hearing and eye protection must be worn in the plants, as well as other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

This position will be filled without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual preference, or veteran status.

• Location: Flexible on location provided an office in an existing plant location.*

Our Vision and Values

The people that make up Ardagh Group share much more than a strong brand and an excellent reputation. We each share a common vision: to be the preferred packaging partner to the world's leading brands. We will achieve our vision by delivering customer innovation, providing an inspirational environment for our people and creating sustainable value for our business through its growth and development.

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

2nd or 3rd Shift Opening

Operates furnaces and air ovens for heat treating and brazing of parts (repair cracks, join metals, and build-up surfaces). Cross trains in other complementary skills as needed to support production requirements.Specific Accountability

Inspects incoming parts and reviews process instructions.

Performs mechanical cleaning of parts such as stainless steel grit blasting and glass beading.

Prepares and mixes brazing filler metal mixtures according to specifications.

Applies braze filler metals to parts.

Operates, programs and controls furnaces (vacuum, atmosphere) for heat treating and brazing of parts. Utilizes thermocouples and dew-point meters to aid in temperature and gas quality measurements.

Inspects parts after unloading the furnace and ensures appropriate documentation is kept.

Checks and inspects furnace equipment and working area.

Participates in continuous improvement of cell operations.

Cross trains in other complementary skills and seeks endorsements for those skills as needed to support production requirements.

Moves between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements as needed to support production requirements.

Participates in the cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements.

Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.

Carries out other duties as assigned.

Technical Requirements

Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints.

Knowledgeable and proficient in the proper use of precision measuring equipment.

Basic understanding of the mechanical/electrical operating system of a furnace.

Thorough knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Working knowledge of material safety data sheets and the handling of hazardous materials/chemicals.

Thorough knowledge of related company instructions, company processes, temporary overhaul data revisions, reworks process instructions and original equipment manufacturer manuals.

Attainment of applicable process stamp(s).

Must be a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of a furnace operator.

• Interpret and control furnace conditions to ensure the product is consistent with customer specifications and meets all quality standards.

• Operate equipment such as tow motors, overhead cranes, welders and hoists. • Conduct preventive and general maintenance on furnace hardware.

• Troubleshoot equipment and system abnormalities and perform required maintenance to fix the issues.

• Operate grinders, saws and drill presses to condition and prepare Ingots for the next process step.

• Adhere to all standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with all safety and quality processes.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma and a minimum of one year related manufacturing experience.

• Experience with conducting general maintenance on equipment or experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and blueprints.

• Experience using a computer to enter and track data.

• Exhibit a strong work ethic that includes a good attendance record.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondences.

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule to include holidays, weekends, and overtime.

• Ability to perform physical work, with the ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in high, precarious places and small or confined spaces.

Date Posted:
2019-02-07-08:00

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW106: Clayville 2395 Main Street, Clayville, NY, 13322 USA

PrattandWhitney is a world leader in aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. Headquartered in East Hartford, Connecticut, the company has locations around the United States and across the world.

We are a global leader in aviation propulsion and we are behind many of the major advances in both military and commercial engines. We design, manufacture and service aircraft engines, auxiliary and ground power units, and small turbojet propulsion products.

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JobDescription

This is a 4th shift opening. 7:00 am-7:00 pm , Friday-Sunday

Located at the Pratt and Whitney Facility in Clayville , New York.

• Responsibilities include

• Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a vacuum atomization furnace.

• Work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before and after the and when required during the atomization process.

• Assist in preparing raw material charges, running the furnace control board, making minor repairs on the furnace, atomization chamber, and other auxiliary equipment, cleaning the atomization chamber, carry out housekeeping duties. Assist in the removal and replacement furnace lid and coils.

• Cleaning the interior of the furnace chamber and "O" ring seal.

• Clean raw material charge and transport to charge area. As directed assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to furnace lid and tank. Utilizing electric hoist remove and replace furnace lid from furnace chamber.

• Clean inside of crucibles, patch cracks and performs other repair tasks of crucible prior to next run.

• May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one's skills

• Adhere to ACE guidelines and perform ACE duties as required

• Adhere to all EH & S guidelines, including wearing of required personal protective equipment including a respirator & mask Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ought to have a good attendance record

• Ought to have strong interpersonal skills

• Ought to be able to work overtime when required

• Ought be able to lift up to 25 lbs. independently

• Ought be able to work from heights – up to 60'

• prefer an applicant with strong mechanical aptitude

• Ought to be able to wear a respirator

• Ought to be physically capable of: bending, lifting, squatting, twisting, overhead reaching, standing on feet for long period of time – up to 8 hrs, and climbing stairs

• Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Education/Certifications

• You have a minimum High School Diploma or GED

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic

• Organized and good with details

• Quick learner, self-starter

• Reliable, punctual, and flexible

• Ability to work overtime

• Basic computer skills

InclusionPowersInnovation:

We unlock our employees' full potential through a versatile and engaging culture that values everybody's opinion, driving innovation.

The goal of our diversity strategy is to build a workforce and environment where every employee is valued so innovation and creativity thrive and to ensure that all employees are engaged and empowered.

EmployeeResourceGroups:

The 9 ERGs have a collective mission of supporting P&W's recruitment, development and retention efforts through workshops, and events that promote personal/professional development, employee engagement, community involvement and business value.

• All ERGs are open to all UTC employees, participation is voluntary

United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

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United Technologies Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

Date Posted:
2019-02-08-08:00

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW106: Clayville 2395 Main Street, Clayville, NY, 13322 USA

PrattandWhitney is a world leader in aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. Headquartered in East Hartford, Connecticut, the company has locations around the United States and across the world.

We are a global leader in aviation propulsion and we are behind many of the major advances in both military and commercial engines. We design, manufacture and service aircraft engines, auxiliary and ground power units, and small turbojet propulsion products.

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Job Responsibilities

Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a vacuum atomization furnace.

Work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before and after the and when required during the atomization process.

Assist in preparing raw material charges, running the furnace control board, making minor repairs on the furnace, atomization chamber, and other auxiliary equipment, cleaning the atomization chamber, carry out housekeeping duties.

Assist in the removal and replacement furnace lid and coils. Cleaning the interior of the furnace chamber and "O" ring seal.

Clean raw material charge and transport to charge area. As directed assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to furnace lid and tank.

Utilizing electric hoist remove and replace furnace lid from furnace chamber. Clean inside of crucibles, patch cracks and performs other repair tasks of crucible prior to next run.

May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one's skills

Adhere to ACE guidelines and perform ACE duties as required

Must have a good attendance record

Must have strong communication skills

Must be able to work overtime when required

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. independently

Must be able to work from heights – up to 60'

Must have strong mechanical aptitude

Must be able to wear a respirator

Must be physically capable of: bending, lifting, squatting, twisting, overhead reaching, standing on feet for long period of time – up to 8 hrs, and climbing stairs

Education:

Must have High School diploma or GED

Basic Qualifications:

Must have High School diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer at least 6 months in manufacturing experience.

United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

United Technologies Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

Overview

Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader providing propulsion and energetics to its space, missile defense, strategic, tactical missile and armaments customers throughout domestic and international markets.

We are seeking a Heat Treating and Brazing Furnace Operator for our Canoga Park, CA facility to work 2nd shift. This is a Union position.

Set up and operation of Heat treating and controlled atmospheric brazing furnaces to braze rocket engine thrust chambers and other assemblies where vacuum, explosive and/or inert gas atmospheres are used in production.

Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each)
100%-

Plan brazing and/or heat treat operations of developmental, prototype and production assemblies in controlled atmospheric brazing furnaces where explosive and inert gasses are used in the atmospheres.

Set power and temperature controls, gas flow panels and instrumentation for electric or gas fired furnaces. Adjust switches on temperature control instruments for multiple cycle brazing. Load assemblies on furnace base and make hookups of thermocouples and pressure lines as required.

Operate auxiliary power equipment to unload furnaces and cool down with cooling muffles. Perform heat treating and/or brazing operation as required.

Operate furnace to heat treat and/or braze assemblies including leak check and purge, instrumentation, heat-up, braze and cool down. Take action when emergency conditions arise during phases of operations to assure safety of personnel and equipment. Over-ride furnace controls by manual operation when necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred and five (5) years of experience in heat treating and brazing operations.

• Demonstrated experience working with and around hazardous chemicals including acids.

• Must have a proven safety record and experience with PPE used with hazardous chemicals.

• Experience handling large (500 lbs +) complex hardware with tooling and other handling devices (ie: pallet jacks, cranes, lifting straps, etc).

• Experience reading, comprehending and using planning and drawings to meet required specification requirements.

• Experience using measurement instruments to ensure parts are set-up and indicated properly to meet requirements.

• Must carry or obtain applicable certifications to work in an environmentally controlled room.

• Must pass the written and practical exam required for Heat Treated and Brazing Furnace Operator.

US Citizenship required. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.) in a safe manner.

While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection. Some positions may require Respirator clearance up to and including the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Level A clearance. Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas.

Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or auto. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

Furnace Mechanical Engineer

The Furnace Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the execution of the mechanical portion of the scope for domestic and international ethylene furnace projects. This position has overall accountability to the Chief Mechanical Engineer, Furnace Mechanical Department Manager, and Furnace Mechanical Lead for scope assigned.

Job Duties:

• Work activities include collection and interpretation of engineering data and development of project design basis

• Ensure conformance to applicable government regulations, engineering codes and standards as well as company QA system, policies and procedures.

• Development of specifications and review client specifications procedures

• Prepare calculations, datasheets and drawings

• Prepare Inspection Attributes List for equipment and furnace component requisition

• Prepare Schedule of Required Vendor Documents

• Prepare technical requirements and requisitions

• Pro-active review and management of vendor technical submittals

• Develop project reference manuals

• Identification, submittal and resolution of scope changes and deviations

• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Provides engineering support by answering technical questions and requests.

• Provide furnace mechanical completion check, support furnace dryout and help resolve field issues.

Skills/Qualifications:

• 5 years of total furnace mechanical engineering experience, strong leadership and inter-personnel skills

• A broad background in the specification, design, fabrication, procurement and installation of mechanical equipment is required.

• Working knowledge of recognized industry codes and standards including ASME, API, NACE, ANSI and ISO.

• Well-versed in preparing reports, writing technical specifications, preparing design calculations, studies, requisitions, technical bid evaluations and performing vendor document reviews for World Scale Olefins facilities.