Foundry Operator

Ermak Foundry & Machining • Chaska, MN

6d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Ermak Foundry & Machining, a fast-growing manufacturing company, is seeking a motivated Foundry Worker to join our team in Chaska, Minnesota. In this entry-level manufacturing role, you will earn a competitive wage, depending on experience, with an incentive based on performance. We are committed to investing in our employees' future success, and we offer an excellent benefits package. At Ermak, we are dedicated to creating a positive and cooperative work environment where every employee has the opportunity to thrive and grow. Our company has been in business for over 60 years and specializes in a unique set of technologies to create our customers' desired products, such as sand casting, CNC machining, and 3D printing. Our goal is to create a network of manufacturing facilities that combine the fantastic customer service you can expect from small businesses with the technology modern factories provide. Ermak Foundry & Machining is part of CaneKast. At CaneKast, we believe in the power of local manufacturing and are creating a coast-to-coast network of non-ferrous casting facilities that provide top-quality products, on-time delivery, and outstanding customer service. We are a team, offering a supportive work environment where everyone is valued and appreciated. We believe that every worker has a vital role to play in our company's success, and we work hard to create a culture of collaboration and innovation where ideas are shared, and everyone has a voice. Joining the CaneKast team means being part of a company that is dedicated to excellence in everything we do. We are always looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our team and help us achieve our mission of providing high-quality casting services to businesses of all sizes. At CaneKast, we are passionate about providing our customers with the best possible casting services. Our customers have access to workers with decades of experience in the "art" of casting, along with the technological know-how to implement the "science" of materials. We are committed to delivering outstanding customer service and support, and our management team is always available to answer your questions and address your concerns. We specialize in non-ferrous foundries and associated services such as CNC machining, heat treating, pattern/prototype development, and secondary finishing. We cover the breadth of casting production from green sand to no-bake/air-set to gravity-fed die-cast/permanent mold. Join our team and be a part of something great. With CaneKast, you can make a real impact and help us shape the future of manufacturing.

Requirements

• The ability to perform physical duties such as lifting 30+ pounds, bending, pulling, pushing, squatting, twisting, and standing for long periods of time.
• Ability and willingness to be in high temperatures, especially with summertime
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• U.S. citizenship or documented residency
• Be 18+ years old

Nice To Haves

• Self-starter who takes pride in their work and has a strong attention to detail
• Hard worker who is always willing to put in their best effort
• Reliable individual who shows up for work on time
• Responsible person who is cautious and alert when in a manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and creating sand molds to form metal castings
• Operating both manual and automatic molding machines
• Identifying and addressing any defects in the molds

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401k plan
• Health insurance packages that vary depending on the factory you work in
• Weekly pay
• Opportunities for career advancement and cross-training in various positions within the foundry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED