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Melt Operator - 3rd Shift

Neenah Foundry Company
Neenah, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/10/2025 CLOSED ON 12/14/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Melt Operator - 3rd Shift position at Neenah Foundry Company?

The Melt role is a team-based position and plays a crucial role in the success of each molding line. This role is an entry-level opportunity and does not require any previous experience. However, you must be able to tolerate a loud, warm, and physically challenging work environment. The successful applicant must be able to work in confined spaces, stand for extended periods of time, as well as handle molten metal in a safe and confident manner. The position does offer the opportunity for cross training and experience in a variety of tasks related to production.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are highly desirable

Demonstrate ability to monitor furnace conditions

Accurately take readings

Make refractory repairs to cupola, ladles and furnaces.

Haul iron

Slag off molten iron

Rod and dump the furnace

Maintain cleanliness of production area

Operate yard crane to accurately weigh charge metals into the weigh hopper

Load and unload rail cars

Break up returns

Maintain the yard in orderly fashion

Plot and adjust chemistry over iron

Demonstrate the ability to charge the cupola

Operate bobcat and forklift

Move and process materials

Receive and process scrap

Education/Experience Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years old to apply

No educational requirements

Must be able to read and follow work instructions

Cannot be afraid of heights

Shifts:
Must be available to work 8-12 hour shifts

Must be available for overtime as production needs require

Shifts vary according to Plant assignment

Monday – Friday, some Saturdays and Sundays required.

Typical shift hours:
1 shift: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

2 shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

3 shift: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am Sunday - Thursday

Pay rate:
Base pay rate of $25.61, 2nd shift premium: $1.50, 3rd shift premium: $1.00

Base rates increase $1/hour upon successful completion of probation (60 working days)

Benefits:
Health and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401k plan with generous company match

Apprenticeship programs

Opportunity for advancement

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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