Foundry Technician

Job Title: Melting Pourer

Division: Weir ESCO

Location: Newton

Purpose of Role:

The Melting pourer is responsible for the safe and controlled operation of all Ladle related tasks. This includes inspection and maintenance of the ladle refractory.  He/she is responsible for several key tasks in the melting department.  He/she pours hot molten metal from the ladle to the sand molds, identifies the next heat to be poured and verifies the number of molds in that heat, rolls ladles over to transfer the metal from the ladle to the AOD vessel and slag at different times, takes samples from the ladle, takes temperatures from the ladle and prepares the ladles for the next heat. 

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rebuild Pouring Ladles per procedures for next heat 

• Sets the stopper rod in the ladle and checks for fit 

• Holds the transfer ladle steady with a long rod while the heat is being tapped from the furnace 

• Collects a sample of metal from the ladle to be analyzed by the lab 

• Rolls the ladle over to pour the molten metal into the AOD vessel 

• Pour molten metal from ladle to molds 

• Maintains the condition of the transfer ladle by chipping the solidified slag 

• Inspects ladle condition prior to and after use 

• Maintains Housekeeping to 6S standards and checklists for areas of responsibility 

Safety First:

Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

JOB EXPECTATIONS 

• Ensure work area is clean and free of any hazards 

• Input and maintain process and pouring records 

• Ensure all pours meet production and quality requirements  

• Have a good work ethic 

• Have a good attendance record 

• Always maintain a positive attitude in the workplace 

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

• Participate in all Safety, Health and Environmental programs (WHZ, 6S, etc.) 

• Perform other duties as directed by company  

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Education:  High school diploma/GED 

• Experience:  None 

• Certifications/Licenses:  None 

• Other Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  Good reading, writing, and verbal skill

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

Compensation:
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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