About the role
Precision Foundry Production Operator
Your Mission
- Turn molten aluminum into precision cast components through safe, repeatable processes.
- Own quality at every step: prep molds, pour, monitor, measure, and finish to spec.
- Grow your skill set by cross-training across multiple work centers.
Core Responsibilities
- Prepare and preheat steel molds with torches for accurate casting.
- Prepare and clean molten aluminum; load subassemblies into molds.
- Pour castings and actively monitor production processes.
- Conduct in-process quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and measurement gauges.
- Cut, clean, deburr, and grind cast parts.
- Use wrenches, drills, and screwdrivers; read work orders and follow instructions.
- Maintain equipment and keep work areas organized and safe.
- Support team production targets while adhering to safety procedures.
What You Bring
- Hands-on background preferred: manufacturing, production, construction, roofing, landscaping, warehouse, military, mechanical, or industrial.
- Comfort working in a hot environment; able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Physically active—comfortable bending, kneeling, and standing throughout the shift.
- Basic math, measurement, and computer skills for data entry and reporting.
- Proficiency with basic hand tools and a strong work ethic with a willingness to learn.
Growth & Culture
- Long-term opportunity within a growing manufacturer.
- Extensive cross-training and advancement opportunities.
- Team-oriented environment with strong leadership support.
- Company-provided PPE and a uniform program.
- Learn multiple manufacturing processes and skilled trades.
Shifts
1st Shift: Monday – Friday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Saturday overtime available
2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday | 2:30 PM – 1:00 AM | Friday overtime available as needed
Pay & Incentives
- $18.00 – $22.00 per hour
- $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
- 15% shift differential for 2nd shift
- 7% additional summer premium during peak season
- Plenty of overtime opportunities
Is This Role for You?
If you value building real products with your hands, take pride in precision, and want a career path—not just a job—we’d like to meet you.
Preferred Proficiencies
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Blending
- Heavy Material Handling
- Investment Casting (Foundry Operations)
- Deburring Experience
- Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)
- Precision Measurement & Inspection
- Foundry Environment Experience
- Metal Casting Experience
- Blueprint Reading
- Grinding
- Hand Tools
- Melt Shop
Equipment Exposure
- Die Cast Machine (Cold Chamber)
- Measurement Gauges
- Die Cast Machine (Hot Chamber)
- Calipers and Micrometers
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