Melter - 2nd Shift

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Casting - Woodstock is Hiring in Production!

WE ARE GROWING - JOIN OUR NEWLY CREATED 2nd SHIFT

Location: 1800 W Lake Shore Dr, Woodstock, IL 60098

Shift: 2nd Shift: 3pm-11:30pm

Pay: starting at $26.25 (Base pay: 25.75 + Shift premium $1.50 = 26.50/hr)

Build a career at a company that supports you. We offer:

• Full time work with stable hours - Family owned business
• Weekly paychecks - Get paid every Thursday!
• Bonuses - quarterly performance bonuses, referral bonuses, profit sharing bonus
• Full Benefits package - medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 7%, all starting within 31 days
• Pride - we make products that build, feed & defend America!
• Paid vacation time + 10 company holidays
• All uniforms & PPE provided - yes, even your steel-toe boots!
• Our culture - we prioritize safety, teamwork, trust, and continuous improvement
• Growth opportunities - Tuition reimbursement, apprenticeship programs, professional development, GED program
• Fun team events like family picnics & holiday parties
• Discount programs - cell phones, travel, automotive, and more!

What you would do:

• Operate furnace charging equipment to support steel melting operations.
• Use overhead bridge cranes to safely move and handle steel scrap.
• Transport raw materials and supplies to keep the melt deck running efficiently.
• Learn to operate induction melting furnaces and monitor the melting process.
• Assist with furnace maintenance, refractory repairs, and equipment upkeep.
• Remove and transport slag hoppers and other production materials.
• Identify and communicate equipment issues or unusual operating conditions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work closely with experienced melt operators and team leaders to support daily production goals.

Physical aspects of the role:

• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs, hand use, and standing.
• Occasional carrying, lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling, reaching, complex neck/spinal motion, and walking.
• Minimal climbing, lifting up to 25 lbs, and below waist level work.

What you bring:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (GEDWorks program eligible).
• Ability to read and understand instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read thermometers and record data.

Nice to have's:

• Manufacturing experience in an industrial setting.
• Forklift operation experience.

Charter Casting is formerly Charter Dura-Bar

The entry hourly rate for this position is $25.75 per hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Compensation decisions are tailored to the unique circumstances of each position and candidate.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).