Metal Production Operator

Boston Metal is developing a new technology to lower the environmental impact of primary metals production while delivering higher quality at reduced cost.

This fast-paced startup company is expanding its operations team to run its Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) cells for the production of molten metal.

The Metal Production Operator as a member of the Operations Team conducts 24 hour operations (7days a week) with three shifts.

Duties include monitoring MOE cells, withdrawing molten metal and slag samples from the cells at regular intervals as well as supporting tapping and feeding operations.

Additional duties may include cell rebuilding and commissioning. Cell rebuilding activities require operating heavy tools (such as jack hammers) for demolition operations or manipulating bags of refractory (similar to bags of concrete, 50 lbs) while conducting mixing and casting operations.

Desired Experience and Skills :

Experience or training in industrial fabrication / assembly with proficiency in at least 2 skill sets from the list below

Hot work, such as welding or using torches for cutting and heating

General fabrication

Ability to lift up to 60lbs

Training for the position will be provided

Work shift schedule :

6-4" Shift Pattern

1st Shift 7 : 00am to 5 : 00pm

2nd Shift 3 : 00pm to 1 : 00am

3rd Shift 11 : 00pm to 9 : 00am

You will work 6 consecutive days 10hrs per day followed by 4 days off. At the end of the 4 day off period your shift would move to the next shift time (i.

e. 1st shift to 2nd shift, etc.). We are paying a 5% shift differential for 2nd shift and 10% for 3rd shift above your standard hourly rate.

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the specific work activity which may include : N95 mask or respirator;

various types of gloves / hand protection; safety shoes; head protection; and protective clothing.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to touch, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs and sit without additional assistance

The employee is frequently required to stoop or crouch without additional assistance.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 55 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee has potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals and / or hazardous waste, extremely high temperatures, occasional exposure to moving equipment the risks of which are minimized through compliance with the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and established safety policies and procedures.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

You will be working in a small team environment where teamwork and good relationships with other team members is critical.

We offer very competitive pay, a full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, health savings account with company contribution, 150 hrs of paid vacation, sick time and holidays, stock options, and a 401k with company matching provision.

Boston Metal is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, disability, or military status.

You should be proficient in :

• Welding Setups for Production
• Mechanical Assembly Skills

Last updated : 2024-04-27