Melting Refractory

Weir ESCO

Newton, MS

Onsite

Purpose of Role: Responsible for the maintenance and repair of ladles and vessels, including the refurbishment and relining of AOD vessels, bottom pour ladles, and transfer ladles. Duties involve removing and disposing of used linings using a chipping gun, constructing stopper rods, and utilizing an overhead crane for the precise positioning and movement of ladles, vessels, and refractory materials.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance and Repair: Responsible for the upkeep and repair of ladles and vessels, including the relining and refurbishment of AOD vessels, bottom pour ladles, and transfer ladles. Remove and dispose of used linings with a chipping gun and construct stopper rods.

Equipment Handling: Operate an overhead crane to position and move ladles, vessels, and refractory materials with precision.

Compliance and Quality Assurance: Adhere to Visual Work Instructions and Standard Work Flow Charts. Ensure all ladles, ladle components, and vessels meet established process and quality requirements.

Data Management: Assist with the collection and input of relevant data to support maintenance and operational activities.

Continuous Improvement: Participate in lean initiatives including 6S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), Visual Management, and Kaizen to enhance workplace efficiency and effectiveness.

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

High School Diploma/ GED required

Good communication skills

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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