ALUMINIUM FURNACE OPERATOR

Job Description

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OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE 

ZEME is seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Aluminium Furnace Operator to support the efficient operation of its aluminium melting and casting activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for scrap charging, furnace operation, melt control, dross removal, casting support and routine equipment checks, while ensuring that production is carried out safely and in accordance with operating procedures and quality requirements. The role is shift-based and requires close cooperation with production personnel, supervisors and technical staff. 

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Operate and monitor aluminium melting and holding furnaces in accordance with approved operating procedures and production schedules.
  • Prepare, inspect and properly segregate aluminium scrap before charging, ensuring that unsuitable, wet or contaminated material is not introduced into the furnace.
  • Load and charge scrap material into the furnace with the assistance of production personnel and appropriate material-handling equipment.
  • Monitor furnace temperatures, melting conditions and operating parameters throughout the melting cycle and make authorised adjustments as required.
  • Support alloy preparation by following metallurgical instructions and assisting with the addition of alloying materials where required.
  • Remove dross, slag and other residues from furnaces, launders, tundishes and associated equipment.
  • Prepare furnaces, launders, moulds and casting equipment before production runs.
  • Coordinate furnace tilting and pouring with the casting system to maintain the correct pouring rate and proper filling of moulds.
  • Assist with the collection of molten-metal samples for quality-control and metallurgical analysis.
  • Observe metal temperature, condition and fluidity and report any abnormal conditions or process deviations.
  • Recognise irregularities in furnace, casting or supporting equipment operation and respond in accordance with established procedures.
  • Assist with routine inspections and preventive maintenance of furnaces, moulds, casting equipment, launders, hydraulics, motors and supporting systems.
  • Assist with cleaning furnace interiors, inspecting refractory condition and carrying out minor patching or repair work where trained and authorised.
  • Support the inspection and offloading of incoming scrap and report damaged, incorrect or irregular materials.
  • Maintain accurate production, quality and operational records as required.
  • Support the training of Assistant Furnace Operators and other production personnel on furnace safety and operating procedures.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives relating to safety, quality, metal recovery, productivity and equipment efficiency.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work area and comply with all Company Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
  • Perform other Plant and production duties reasonably required by the Shift Supervisor or management.

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Candidate Profile

• …CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS 

  Essential 

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in furnace operation, foundry work, aluminium or non-ferrous metal processing, or a similar industrial production role.
  • Practical experience operating industrial furnaces and working around molten metal and high-temperature production processes.
  • Good understanding of furnace charging, melting, dross removal and casting operations.
  • Strong awareness of workplace Health & Safety requirements and the risks associated with molten aluminium.
  • Ability to recognise operational abnormalities and follow technical and safety procedures accurately.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability and willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends and overtime when required.
  • Very good working knowledge of English.

  Desirable 

  • Technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Operations, Metal Processing or a related field.
  • Previous experience specifically in aluminium recycling or secondary aluminium production.
  • Experience with tilting, rotary or holding furnaces and aluminium casting equipment.
  • Knowledge of aluminium alloys, scrap classifications, melt treatment and basic quality-control procedures.
  • Experience with basic mechanical maintenance, hydraulics, motors, conveyors or refractory repairs.
  • Forklift or other material-handling equipment training would be an advantage.
  • Greek language skills would be an advantage.
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Benefits

• EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 
  • 21 days of paid annual leave, in addition to applicable public holidays in the Republic of Cyprus.
  • Social Insurance and other statutory employment benefits in accordance with Cyprus legislation.
  • Full-time, stable employment within a growing Cyprus industrial company.
  • Technical, operational and Health & Safety training.
  • Provision of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression within Plant operations.

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