Furnace Operator

Aerotek • Clayville, NY • 11h ago

Job Title: Furnace Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Furnace Operator to perform various tasks related to the operation and maintenance of a vacuum atomization furnace. This role requires adherence to safety guidelines and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

Perform cleaning, quality inspection, monitoring, and securing operations to assist in the setup of a vacuum atomization furnace.

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

Assist in preparing raw material charges and running the furnace control board.

Make minor repairs on the furnace, atomization chamber, and auxiliary equipment.

Clean the atomization chamber and carry out housekeeping duties.

Assist in the removal and replacement of the furnace lid and coils.

Clean the interior of the furnace chamber and the 'O' ring seal.

Transport and clean raw material charges to the charge area.

Assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to the furnace lid and tank.

Use an electric hoist to remove and replace the furnace lid from the furnace chamber.

Clean inside of crucibles, patch cracks, and perform other repair tasks on crucibles prior to the next run.

Adhere to CORE guidelines and perform CORE duties as required.

Follow all EH&S guidelines, including wearing required personal protective equipment such as a respirator and mask.

May be required to carry out additional tasks within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives.

Ability to work overtime when needed.

Essential Skills

Experience in a production setting working with machines as a general production worker, machine operator, or plant laborer.

Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Reliable transportation to ensure timely arrival at work each day, as the position is not near bus routes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

U.S. Person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations.

Ability to work from heights up to 60 feet.

Able to wear a respirator.

Physically capable of bending, lifting, squatting, twisting, overhead reaching, standing for long periods (up to 8 hours), climbing stairs, and independently lifting up to 25 pounds.

Why Work Here?

Join a premiere worldwide military and defense contractor offering excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, leave, PTO, and profit-sharing/stock buying options. Enjoy shift differentials and yearly pay increases, contributing to a rewarding career.

Work Environment

Work involves operating and maintaining a vacuum atomization furnace with adherence to all safety and CORE guidelines. The role requires wearing personal protective equipment and working in a physically demanding environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clayville, New York.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clayville, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clayville,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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