Ladle Operator

With locations in Pittsburgh PA and Kutztown PA, McConway and Torley, LLC has been in continuous operations since 1869, the same year the first US transcontinental railroad was completed. McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable, and economical supply of high-quality coupler products. As the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have led to a product line that includes every ARR approved coupler as well as custom coupler solutions, which are all proudly cast in the US.

McConway & Torley is currently searching for a Ladle Operator. As a Ladle Operator, you will assist the ladle man to meet ladle availability.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

What you’ll do:

• Assists ladle man to meet ladle availability (turnaround time of ladle) ensures no delay in ladle delivery for next tap.
• Assists with tapping of heat (stabilizing the ladle and adding insulate material).
• Assists with proper placement, pouring and retrieval of keel blocks.
• Completes application and timing of hot top.
• Assists hot metal crane man with hooking and unhooking ladles.
• Assists with setting of stopper rods.

What you’ll need:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work any shift and overtime hours.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:

• Activating the potential of our people,
• Caring for our customers,
• Optimizing operations and
• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits:

• Health & Pharmacy
• Dental & Vision
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program