Refractory Mixer

Your Job

As a First-Shift Refractory Mixer at John Zink in Tulsa, OK, you'll blend high-heat refractory materials, maintain accurate batch logs, and perform rock-and-patch repairs on ceramic and masonry surfaces. You'll also assemble components to blueprint specifications, take precise measurements, and occasionally operate forklifts or overhead cranes.

Our Team

John Zink Company, LLC in Tulsa, OK is a globally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of combustion, flaring and emissions-control systems, renowned for its engineering excellence and safety-first culture. As part of Koch Engineered Solutions, the Tulsa team benefits from ongoing investment in professional development, a collaborative work environment and cutting-edge projects that drive innovation in the industry.

What You Will Do

• Mix refractory materials, coatings and high-heat ceramics according to batch logs
• Assemble and install refractory components (tile, masonry, ceramic panels) per blueprint and drawing specifications
• Perform rock and patch work to repair or finish refractory surfaces
• Maintain accurate batch log and equipment clean-out records
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and tape measures to ensure proper fit and finish
• Install and fasten components (valve trains, tubing, insulation, conduit) as needed
• Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes (occasional)
• Apply critical thinking and basic math to troubleshoot and complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Comply with all safety protocols; wear appropriate PPE including respiratory protection for mixing/painting

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Proven mixing/assembly experience in refractory, masonry or high-temperature materials
• Experience reading a tape measure and basic blueprints
• Ability to meet the physical requirements outlined in the job description

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying of up to 25 pounds)
• Ability and willingness to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (for example: respirator certification)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Industrial assembly or refractory installation experience
• Familiarity with coating applications and patching techniques
• Prior work with ceramic, tile or masonry products in an industrial setting

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, John Zink Hamworthy Combustion (JZHC) is a global leader in emissions control and a pioneer in modern Smart Combustion solutions. Our research and development facilities make up the largest testing complex of its kind. Additionally, our worldwide service organization is the largest, most technically advanced team of its kind. We provide solutions to capture emissions, destroy pollutants, manage waste and heat vital processes to help industries operate more cleanly and efficiently.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).