East Penn Recycling Center Operators 2nd and 3rd Shift

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The refining and casting operations receive lead bullion from the furnaces and refines it into variety of new lead alloys that are cast into ingots.  The ingots are sent back to the on site battery production facilities for use in new battery production.

Receives lead from furnaces and fills kettles with lead bullion

Calculates additive and reagent amounts necessary to add to the lead

Learns how to operate lead analysis equipment to determine lead quality

Removes dross from kettles as necessary prior to next refining process

Utilizes overhead cranes and forklifts frequently

Controls flow of molten lead into molds.

Monitors temperature of lead and adjusts as necessary

Ensure ingots are marked correctly and clean of any flashings

Utilize forklift to move finished ingots into storage area

Basic Reading Skills (must be able to read and interpret 1st piece inspection)

Basic Math Skills (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying)

Basic Computer Skills (ability to interact with computer screens)

Ability to communicate with co-workers