Foundry Operator; 2nd Shift

Under general supervision, melts various alloys in preparation for pouring into molds in accordance with quality standards. Ensures that documentation and molds are correctly matched to alloy and paperwork. Preheats shell molds to the proper temperature and places molds in the sand bed in proper manner to receive molten alloy according to specifications.

• Follow established housekeeping and safety practices to maintain the quality of the work environment under general supervision.
• Follow set process control procedures for melting and deoxidizing.
• Regulate burn‑out furnace and molten metal temperatures.
• Follow instructions on a schedule of molds to be cast.
• Check with spectrograph for proper alloy and heat number of each alloy.
• Pour test material molds as required.
• Assist with keeping an accurate metal inventory.
• Understand and follow the Divisional Quality Policy, identify the location of the QCPs, Quality System Manual, and OPCs; remain proficient in all skills learned in previous department levels.
• Take necessary steps to anticipate problems or prevent any recurrence of production problems.
• Communicate and consult with lead and supervisory personnel.
• Show willingness to learn on the job and take vocational or educational courses when offered.
• Proficient in using the on‑line computer system as required in the job and identified in their procedures to perform assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate skillfulness in re‑lining and general maintenance of the melting furnaces; replace and repair coil grouting of any induction furnace; judge end of work life of the furnace linings.
• Understand the basic workings of the induction water pumping system and demonstrate correct operation of the cooling pumps under all circumstances.
• Show calmness and good judgment under adverse conditions; know proper courses of action in varied emergency situations, real or hypothetical.
• Ensure at all times that metal alloys, revert metals, spills and skulls are identified and stored as required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of start‑up and shut‑down procedures for the mold burn‑out ovens and all related safety aspects.
• Perform all record‑keeping duties assigned in proper detail.
• Demonstrate knowledge of deoxidizing practices.
• Maintain correct and accurate melt temperature control.
• Pour representative test material for air melt alloys.
• Inspect shell molds for surface distortion and imperfections such as air traps, dirt inside mold, cracks, breaks, excess flash, and porous condition.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

• A variety of heating ovens and vacuum melting furnaces.
• Lifting devices (lift tables, cranes, forklifts, etc.).
• Various hand tools, knives, measuring devices, ingot saws, acetylene torch.

• Experience and/or training are included in considerations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; read, follow and interpret instructions on technique cards, code sheets and other verbal or written instructions. Usually acquired by completing high school.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devices and fixtures.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $19.25 to $28.75 US Dollar (USD) hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter.

Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees and their families are eligible to participate in the company’s medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.