AOD Helper

Weir ESCO

Newton, MS

Onsite

1st shift – 4a-1:15p

Purpose of Role: The AOD Helper will be responsible for assisting in the process of refining steel to the correct chemical composition and temperature. The AOD Helper must work closely with the AOD Operator and follow all directions given to process the heat. The AOD Helper is responsible for preparing the heat after tapping from the furnace by removing the slag from the transfer ladle. The AOD Helper follows the direction of the AOD Operator on all additions needed for refining the steel into the correct Alloy as well as taking temperatures and samples.

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:

- Focus Area: Check the condition of the AOD, keeping the vessel in proper working order and maintains the AOD mouth opening

- Focus Area: Verifies the proper additions are weighed and placed in the AOD

- Focus Area: Follow AOD Operator’s direction to complete each heat, take temps and samples during the process.

- Focus Area: Participate in lean initiatives (6S, Visual Management, Kaizen)

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

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

- HS Diploma

- Reading, writing, verbal communication, and basic computer skills are required

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.

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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