Production Team Member – Melting
Weir ESCO
Location - Portland, Oregon.
Work Arrangement - Onsite, Monday to Thursday 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM shift, with frequent overtime on Fridays.
What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.
Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.
What you’ll do
• Melting Operations: Process scheduled work by melting metal to prescribed alloy specifications safely, accurately, and on time. Daily tasks include monitoring furnace capacity, adjusting alloy compositions, and ensuring production schedules are met. Success means maintaining chemistry accuracy, minimizing scrap, and supporting efficient production flow.
• Quality Control: Verify alloy specifications and take samples for review to ensure metal quality meets required standards. This role demands attention to detail and precision in data entry related to heats.
• Data Management: Accurately input production data into computer systems including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Oracle to maintain traceability and support operational reporting.
• Physical Demands: Work in a high-heat industrial environment requiring extensive walking, physical agility, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a small, team-oriented group under servant leadership, contributing to a culture of safety and production excellence.
• Travel Requirements: This role is onsite with no travel expected.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.
What you’ll bring
Must-haves:
• Strong communication skills to support teamwork and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient math skills for alloy chemistry calculations and furnace operations
• Ability to work safely in extreme heat conditions and maintain physical stamina throughout the shift
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and process adherence
Nice-to-haves:
• Experience with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Oracle software systems
• Background in manufacturing, foundry, steel, or heavy industrial environments
Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.
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