Wax Injector (2nd Shift)
About The Position
The Wax Injector produces wax patterns, gates, and sprues for the investment casting process. The role operates wax injection presses and related equipment while meeting production goals and maintaining quality, safety, and process standards. The Wax Injector supports equipment upkeep, calibration, engineering validation, and trials, and maintains production records and an orderly, safe work area. The position is based in Painesville, Ohio, on second shift from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. It is an hourly role reporting to the Department 610 Supervisor / Wax Process Engineer. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment and involves regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting; frequent use of hand tools and inspection equipment; and exposure to wax injection equipment, heated materials, and manufacturing processes. Personal protective equipment is used as required.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of manufacturing or production operator experience.
- Experience using hand tools, inspection tools, racks, tables, boxes, and production equipment.
- Knowledge of measuring and gaging equipment, including calipers, height stands, and bridge gauges.
- Understanding of basic manufacturing principles, including flow characteristics, pressure, viscosity, and process control.
- Experience working in a safety-focused production environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to meet production goals and deadlines.
- Reliable attendance and dependability.
- Strong sense of urgency and accountability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent; relevant manufacturing experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.
- Previous investment casting, foundry, or wax injection experience.
- Strong manufacturing experience and mechanical aptitude.
Responsibilities
- Inject wax patterns, gates, and sprues using light and heavy dies.
- Operate wax injection presses and related equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintain wax levels in presses and melting pots to support continuous production.
- Inspect patterns, gating systems, and sprues for compliance with quality standards.
- Clean plugs and perform routine wax preparation activities.
- Assist engineering and maintenance teams with equipment performance and process consistency.
- Conduct basic press inspections, including checks of seals, filters, oil levels, and other operating components.
- Support press calibration and engineering validation activities.
- Run and support engineering trials involving wax parameters, pins, cores, and process improvements.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and engineering procedures.
- Organize work areas to support efficiency, throughput, quality, and safety.
- Maintain production and inspection records as required.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Follow company safety policies, environmental requirements, and hazardous material handling procedures.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
