Furnace Tender

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Furnace Tender

Location: Sheboygan, WI - Onsite (Union) (Gardner Denver Thomas - 1419 Illinois Ave. Sheboygan, WI 53081)

Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday (3pm - 11pm)

About Us
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview:
Operate, inspect, and clean furnace, as well as set-up die cast machines in relief of primary Furnace Tender.

Responsibilities:
* Operates furnace or furnaces to melt aluminum ingots or scrap used in die casting.
* Regulate furnace temperature and charge furnace with ingots and scrap aluminum as instructed.
* Deliver metal, in proper amounts and proportions, to die cast machines for operation without interruption purposes. Will be required to oversee the distribution and supply of molten metal to machines, on a schedule in order to maintain central melt temperature.
* Assist in cooling down furnace and inspect: lining for cracks or defects and distribution ladles. Assist in repairs as instructed. Will be required to do material handling as needed.
* Maybe required to set-up die casting cell to include ladle, auto-spray, robotic and trim press machines. Including removing and replacing die casting and making necessary adjustments on machines.
* This position is responsible for the safety of others, as it pertains to filling ladles, driving lift trucks, and pouring metal into furnaces at the machines for machine set-up.

Requirements:
* High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical diploma preferred
* 1+ years of Forklift Expereince with License

Core Competencies:
* Regular exposure to heat, dirt, grease and fumes.
* Regular exposure to noise levels exceeding 85 db (hearing protection required when exposure exceeds 85db).
* Lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to - 5 lbs. constantly, 35 lbs. frequently, 75 lbs. occasionally
* Sitting, standing, kneeling, climbing, bending, and stooping frequently
* Lift truck (power or hand), shovel, furnace cleaning, skimming and fluxing tools, hand tools, hoist, plus required safety clothing and equipment.
* Hazards are* serious cuts, burns, bruises and possible permanent injury; operator required to wear goggles and heavy gloves. While the job has definite hazards, caution by the operator will reduce hazards to a minimum.

Preferences:
* 1+ Years Prior demonstrated knowledge in all aspects of furnace operation required to include: cleaning, operation, and maintenance
* Works from written or verbal instructions under general supervision, instruction, and guidance on unusual procedures and irregularities.
* Experience working in a die cast environment required prior to hiring or appointment to the position.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements:
* This position will be based at our Sheboygan, WI facility.

What we Offer
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

TO APPLY: Please apply via our website https://ir-jobs.dzconnex.com/ in order to be considered for this position.