Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Vacuum Atomization Furnace Operator
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Vacuum Atomization Furnace Operator to join our team. This role involves performing various cleaning, monitoring, and securing operations to assist in the setup and maintenance of a vacuum atomization furnace. You will work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before, after, and during the atomization process.
Responsibilities
- Perform various cleaning, monitoring, and securing operations for the setup of a vacuum atomization furnace.
- Follow verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks during the atomization process.
- Assist in preparing raw material charges and running the furnace control board.
- Make minor repairs on the furnace, atomization chamber, and other auxiliary equipment.
- Carry out housekeeping duties and assist in the removal and replacement of the furnace lid and coils.
- Clean the interior of the furnace chamber and 'O' ring seal.
- Transport cleaned raw material charge to the charge area.
- Assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to the furnace lid and tank.
- Utilize electric hoist to remove and replace furnace lid from furnace chamber.
- Clean inside of crucibles, patch cracks, and perform other repair tasks 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.
- Carry out additional tasks as required to support department objectives and develop skills.
- 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 50lbs on a regular basis.
- Reliable transportation to ensure timely arrival at work each day.
- Skills in machine operation, general production, and repair.
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.
- Capability to wear a respirator.
- Physically capable of bending, lifting, squatting, twisting, overhead reaching, standing for long periods (up to 8 hours), climbing stairs, and lifting up to 25 lbs independently.
Why Work Here?
Join a team that offers excellent benefits, including health, vision, dental coverage, leave, PTO, and profit-sharing/stock buying options. Enjoy shift differentials and yearly pay increases while working for a premier global Military and Defense contractor.
Work Environment
The position is on the 8th shift, Monday through Thursday, working 10 pm to 8 am with a 10% shift differential. This role requires adherence to safety protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment. The environment is physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clayville, New York.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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 May 9, 2025.
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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.