Job Description:

• Directly responsible for operation of furnace and casthouse.
• Monitors operating conditions of furnace and makes corrective actions as needed.
• Directs casthouse operators, oversees casting of furnace and monitors critical cooling systems.
• Hands on with daily operating issues involving casthouse and furnace equipment.
• Responsible for safety of crews and outside contractors.
• Responsible for maintaining environmental compliance 24 hrs/day and demonstrating compliance to casthouse emission standards.
• Responsible for shutdown and startup procedures, including critical gas system isolating purges.
• Directly involved in the job and safety training of crews.
• Works directly under the Shift Manager as well as in close communication with the other Furnace Operator and Process Coordinator.
• Provides a communication link between crew, Shift Manager and Process Coordinator.
• Willing to learn all facets of operation and furnace equipment (extensive training program).
• Willing to learn new technology and put into practice to include an Ironmaking course at McMaster.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum/Basic Requirements:

• 5 years or more of related experience in industrial operations. Must posses good interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to make quick fact based decisions.

Preferred Requirements:

• 2 years supervisory experience in the Primary end of Iron and Steelmaking. Two to four years experience as a Furnace Operator (Blower Foreman).

Education Requirements:

Minimum/Basic Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Requirements:

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Management