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Materion

Develops and manufactures advanced materials

Refractory Installation Specialist

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeElmore, OH, USA$32.78 - $37.78 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Must be able to work independently or as a member of a team to meet demands.
  • Must be able to work frequently from drawings and blueprints and use measuring devices for close-tolerance work.
  • Must have broad knowledge of furnace materials and rebuild procedures for a wide variety of plant applications.
  • Must be able to learn to weld, braze, silver solder, and cut a variety of materials using various methods.
  • Knowledge of refractory properties and contaminants is required to ensure refractory does not contaminate the process.
  • Experience with welding, torching, and fabrication equipment, such as press brakes and shears, and basic pipe threading is required.
  • Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and email.
  • Must demonstrate mechanical ability.
  • Must have knowledge of basic math skills.

Responsibilities

  • Work individually or with one or more Furnace Rebuild crew members to accurately complete furnace rebuild activities.
  • Participate in continuous improvement by making suggestions to supervisors and leads.
  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Procedures to maintain material flow to internal and external customers.
  • Recognize and control work hazards and respond appropriately to unexpected safety or environmental situations.
  • Recognize materials and breakdowns to determine causes and take appropriate corrective action.
  • Plan and inspect work.
  • Safely perform specified preventive and repair maintenance tasks on equipment.
  • Recommend improvements to operating processes, procedures, and equipment, and seek to eliminate waste.
  • Keep assigned equipment and work area clean and free of hazards.
  • Keep the lead operator and/or supervisor informed of needed supplies, repairs, or service.
  • Report operating irregularities or malfunctions beyond the operator’s ability to resolve.
  • Work with Maintenance and Electrical departments on projects to reduce equipment downtime.
  • Handle and dispose of solid and liquid wastes in compliance with established procedures.
  • Perform pipefitting, rigging, and minor sheet-metal fabrication and repairs.
  • Follow personal protective equipment and 5S standards.
  • Ensure all housekeeping requirements are met.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with large tow motors, sandblasting equipment, rigging equipment, and large hoists is preferred.
  • Experience with electrical systems is preferred.
  • Broad knowledge of induction, annealing, heat-treat, and arc-furnace refractories is preferred.
  • Knowledge of bricklaying is preferred.
  • Good verbal and written skills are preferred.
  • Effective interpersonal skills for providing customer service are preferred.

About the Company

Materion

Develops and manufactures advanced materials

Materion develops and manufactures advanced materials for high-tech uses, offering tailored solutions and additive manufacturing capabilities across energy, telecommunications, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Engineers work with customers to design customized materials and produce them through methods such as additive manufacturing, with recent moves into semiconductor materials like tantalum after acquiring assets in South Korea. The company differentiates itself through decades of material science experience, close customer collaboration, and substantial investment in research and development to support high-growth markets. Its goal is to help customers sustain a competitive edge by delivering precise, high-quality material solutions and to grow its presence in fast-growing sectors such as semiconductors.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Mayfield Heights, OH
Founded
1931

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