Foundry Operator / Melt Caster - 1st Shift

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Northfield, NH

1d•$21 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform somewhat diversified duties to melt and pour non-ferrous metals and alloys for company product castings. Work from melt log, schedules, operation and other instructions to melt and alloy non-ferrous metals; pour molds for any company product part, charge ingredients selected and supplied to furnace area by others. Comply with established procedures and / or any special instructions provided for charging metals and alloys in proper sequence and bringing to proper temperatures for pouring. Check mold temperatures, position molds for pouring, draw vacuum and perform other preparatory operations, as specified. Perform other operations required by individual melt specifications. Assist in training new personnel. Exercise care in melting and pouring operations to comply with specified procedures and practices and to avoid damage or injuries through mishandling. Maintain periodic check of temperature controls and instrumentation to assure accuracy. Maintain required melt records. Perform ordinary furnace and equipment repairs; replace, reline or repair crucibles and ladles. Replace defective thermocouples and perform other maintenance and repair duties, as required. Detect faulty operations, defective material and report these and any unusual conditions to supervisor. Perform related duties, as assigned. Oversee all 2nd shift foundry activities. SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures, while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment. Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety, and health evaluations and programs. Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all designated areas of facility. Perform all physical functions of position; standing, stooping, bending, sitting, walking, twisting, kneeling, turning and lifting of materials up to 35 lbs. Meet established attendance standards. Work overtime as needed. Must report any work-related injury or illness immediately to your direct supervisor. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Use simple arithmetic including decimals and fractions.
Simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawing, specifications, schedules or similar information.
Use precision measuring instruments, test equipment or other devices where interpretation is required.

Responsibilities

Perform somewhat diversified duties to melt and pour non-ferrous metals and alloys for company product castings.
Work from melt log, schedules, operation and other instructions to melt and alloy non-ferrous metals; pour molds for any company product part, charge ingredients selected and supplied to furnace area by others.
Comply with established procedures and / or any special instructions provided for charging metals and alloys in proper sequence and bringing to proper temperatures for pouring.
Check mold temperatures, position molds for pouring, draw vacuum and perform other preparatory operations, as specified.
Perform other operations required by individual melt specifications.
Assist in training new personnel.
Exercise care in melting and pouring operations to comply with specified procedures and practices and to avoid damage or injuries through mishandling.
Maintain periodic check of temperature controls and instrumentation to assure accuracy.
Maintain required melt records.
Perform ordinary furnace and equipment repairs; replace, reline or repair crucibles and ladles.
Replace defective thermocouples and perform other maintenance and repair duties, as required.
Detect faulty operations, defective material and report these and any unusual conditions to supervisor.
Perform related duties, as assigned.
Oversee all 2nd shift foundry activities.
Must comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures, while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety, and health evaluations and programs.
Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all designated areas of facility.
Perform all physical functions of position; standing, stooping, bending, sitting, walking, twisting, kneeling, turning and lifting of materials up to 35 lbs.
Meet established attendance standards.
Work overtime as needed.
Must report any work-related injury or illness immediately to your direct supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.