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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our commitment to delivering quality and service to our customers, exercising environmental stewardship, enhancing the well-being of our employees and giving back to the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Copper Rod
Shift: D shift (7pm - 7am (Rotating days)
Pay Rate: $23.68 Min – $25.08 Max (Plus $1.00 shift differential)
Job Description
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Operator Rod Furnace is a high skilled role that will be responsible for producing a top-quality rod by operating the furnace and managing metal flow through SCR copper rod system in an efficient manner by setting up and maintaining equipment and controls. Operator must perform before, during, and after operational checks and maintenance
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must be certified to operate mobile equipment and overhead crane
PRIMARY JOB TASKS:
Maintain copper melting rate as required while ensuring oxygen content meets rod standards
Monitor materials being charged into the shaft furnace and control the melting rate with a minimum of firing rate changes
Maintain proper metal level/flow for holding furnace
Monitor propane, natural gas and CO analyzers
Clear copper build-up and/or blockage from burners and equipment with use of lancing rod and oxygen fuel burner
Maintain, clean and repair shaft furnace, holding furnace, slag vessel and other furnace equipment as required
CROSS TRAINING:
Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency
QUALITY:
Responsible for producing superior quality copper rod
Use of systems and equipment to monitor and control quality in copper rod production process
SAFETY:
Adhere to all Company and Rod Mill safety rules and polices
Operate equipment in a manner that does not endanger life, limb or property
Be attentive to all job hazards including but not limited to refractory materials, harmful chemical additives, molten metal, hot copper bar, overhead cranes, moving machinery, smoke, dust and noise
Follow proper Lock out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
Follow all mobile equipment and vehicle pedestrian interface (VPI) policies and procedures
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, heavy aluminized/heat resistant or flame-retardant clothing, respirator/mask, face shield, heat resistant gloves, and metatarsal safety shoes
Use caution and follow proper operating procedures when using any support equipment or power tools
PHYSCIAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to handle/lift to 45 lbs
Must be able to work wear required PPE while working in under extreme conditions: heat, heights, weather conditions
Must be able to sit/stand up to 12 hours
Ability to wear required PPE while working in extreme conditions
Must be able to work in high pressure situations
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
