Job Description

Kiln Technician (Shaped Plant) 3rd shift with weekends

Responsibilities:

• Print production schedules, prioritize, and prepare daily kiln push information sheets
• Maintain stacking patterns
• Efficient and safe operation of all kilns and equipment, including forklifts, transfer cars, tractors, tractors, etc.
• Make changes to kilns to accommodate product changes and push rate changes
• Observe, record, and accurately report kiln temperatures and conditions, perform general kiln inspections and maintenance, record gas and electrical readings
• Schedule Bickley set-ups, firing dates, and communicate schedule to planning
• Ensure proper number of bricks are placed on cars, and proper tie-ins are used according to setting pattern. Check height of all columns to ensure the maximum height is not exceeded
• Visually inspect all brick to insure they meet the scrap guideline. Report any defects to a quality control technician and/or supervisor
• Collaborate with scrap team to on any ideas to reduce scrap and become more efficient
• Accurate completion of the kiln production reports
• Operation the backup propane system
• Efficient operation in Car Set up area
• Efficient operation of Savage and Clipper saws
• Palletizing and boxing of cut products
• Report equipment problems to maintenance and/or supervisor, entering work order
• Accurately complete Operator PM’s on equipmen

Qualifications:

• Safety Awareness- strong understanding and willingness to follow safety guidelines and use PPE
• Computer Skills with Microsoft Word, E-mail, SAP, and MII a plus, but not required
• Reliable- dependable, positive attitude
• Basic Math and problem-solving skills
• Communication skills- Team Player
• Willingness to learn- strong desire to learn new skills and adapt to new process, systems
• Physical stamina- periods of long standing, repetitive lifting
• Detail oriented- ability to follow instruction closely, monitor processes, and ensure work meets specific standards or quality guidelin

What we bring to the table

• Amazing benefits that start within 30 days of hire
• Annual voucher for required boots/PPE
• We offer you a varied and challenging role within the world market leader that is driving positive changes.
• We give you the opportunity to take part in shaping the future of the industry leader in innovative technology.

About RHI Magnesita

RHI Magnesita is the global leader in refractories. We have the largest number of locations around the world and the most innovative, reliable products and services. We also provide the most robust supply and quality security, thanks to our exceptional vertical integration – from mining to production to full-service solutions.

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Disclaimer

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, skills and responsibilities of the job. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned.