We are looking for a Furnace Operator for our Plymouth, MI facility. In this role you will safely prepare, melt, and atomize metal powder following job instructions. This will include loading the furnace with raw materials, purging down with inert gas, power-up, taking temperatures, inspecting, and pouring the molten metal from a coreless induction furnace.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment ! The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following: Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong. Excellent Dental and Vision coverage. Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey. 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us! Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing. 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off. 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work every day!

Your Responsibilities:

Operation and monitoring of induction melting equipment used for the gas atomization of nickel and cobalt based alloys Measure, weigh, and combine raw materials based on specific instructions Clean the furnace and atomization tank between alloys Perform routine maintenance and support activities (e.g. replacement of power leads, disassembly of atomization tank, installation of gas delivery system). Maintain cleanliness of the work area Maintain accurate records of heats poured noting characteristics such as start and stop time, gas pressures, temperatures, and melt characteristics Responsible for the identification of in-process atomized material, transfer of atomized product to the screening area, and submission of samples to the QC laboratory per instructions on the job traveler Performs other duties as required

Your Profile:

High School diploma or vocational technical training Basic mechanical knowledge Foundry experience preferred Basic math skills and organization ability Ability to safely operate cranes and powered industrial vehicles Ability to work an overnight shift Ability to perform physical tasks, i.e. lifting, bending #joinoerlikonus #joinourteam About us Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024. Equal Opportunity Employment Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here: Know Your Rights. If you are unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact us at Americas.hr@oerlikon.com or recruiter.us@oerlikon.com. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and is not intended for inquiries about the status of applications or for third-party vendor/agency requests. Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person