Fiber Furnace Technician (Starship) - Multiple Shifts

About the role

This position is responsible for the continuous monitoring and operation of a large glass melting furnace utilized in the production of glass fibers through a spin-forming process. This role ensures the furnace operates efficiently and safely, maintaining optimal conditions to produce high-quality silica fibers.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control furnace parameters, including temperature, pressure, and feed rates, to maintain optimal melting conditions
• Oversee melter operations and spin-forming process, ensuring the molten glass is correctly transformed into fibers, carefully documenting process parameters, status of work, and conditions of parts in the process
• Conduct regular inspections and tests to ensure the quality of the glass fibers meets established standards
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the furnace and associated equipment to ensure operational efficiency and longevity
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, promptly reporting any hazards or incidents
• Maintain accurate records of furnace operations, including logs of temperatures, pressures, maintenance activities, and any anomalies
• Troubleshoot, identify and resolve operational issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency
• Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvement
• Support a high level process review with design engineers to ensure correct process and hardware actions to sustain production of quality material
• Take operational ownership of the equipment and processes for designated furnace in the glass plant

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience in furnace operation, glass melting or high-temperature processes

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Technical certification in industrial operations or a related field is preferred
• Proficiency in using monitoring and control systems; ability to interpret technical data and make informed adjustments

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Ability to work one of the following shifts:
• Day shift: 6:00am - 6:30pm Wednesday - Saturday or Sunday - Wednesday
• Night shift: 6:00pm - 6:30am Wednesday - Saturday or Sunday - Wednesday
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
• Ability to work in high-temperature environments
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.