Job Summary:

The Hot Shop Helper will work with the crew on the Forge Team on 1st shift to make forged bars and blocks.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Must be able to follow lead and directions from crew blacksmith to move material on press to forge.
• Must be able to read serial numbers and re-mark parts with the correct serialization in a forging environment following simple furnace loading maps.
• Must be able to drive forklifts to move and transport material.
• Must be able to read calipers and other measuring equipment to determine the forged size of material.
• Must be able to train to learn to move material manually with tongs.
• Willing to train to drive manipulators for more advanced material movement in and out of furnaces and around press equipment.
• Willing to train to operate grinding equipment used in grinding forgings and input forging stock material.
• Performs other related duties as requested. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic (9^th grade) math, language, and reading skills.
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.

Education and Experience:

• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.
• Must be able to move and lift up to 50 pounds of both parts and material.
• Must be able to be on their feet for the majority of working hours.

Salary : $18