What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kiln Fireman position at GENERAL SHALE?
JOB TITLE: Kiln Fireman
DEPARTMENT: Production
LOCATION: Salisbury, NC
TRAVEL: N/A
General Shale, Inc., the largest manufacturer of brick and masonry materials in North America, is seeking a Kiln Fireman at our facility in Salisbury, NC.
We foster an environment rooted in respect, entrepreneurship and an unwavering pursuit of excellence with every interaction and process we undertake by focusing on:
- Creating a safe and sustainable working environment for our employees
- Delivering world class service and innovative solutions to our customers through a diverse building product offering
- Driving profitable returns to our shareholders
For more information on our company visit our website at meridianbrick.com.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain the dryer’s and kiln temperatures and adjust accordingly to correctly fire the brick using computer controls,
- Load kiln cars into dryer and kiln on a timed schedule;
- Move cars around work tracks using transfer car
- Load sand seal pots; reset insulation on Kiln car seals
- Place, remove, and record fire check keys into Oracle spreadsheet
EDUCATION:
- High school or equivalent preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- On-the-job training
- Kiln experience preferred
- 1 years experience in manufacturing preferred.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Able to perform various form of physical labor (i.e lifting 30 lbs/ standing)
- Read, write, utilize a computer, and basic math to record data correctly.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Committed to working in a zero harm workplace
- Able to work flexible hours when needed
General Shale offers a comprehensive benefits package, including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance and Vacation plans.
Learn more about General Shale and its comprehensive portfolio of innovative brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential structures at generalshale.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
M/F/D/V
