Metal Casting Operator
hace 2 meses
Glens Falls
Job Description Metal Casting Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment used in both metal casting and powdered metal processing to produce high-quality products. This role ensures materials meet dimensional, chemical, and quality specifications while maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized work environment. Operators work closely with quality control, maintenance, engineering, and production teams to achieve production goals. Essential Job Duties: · Operate furnaces, casting equipment, presses, and powder processing machinery according to production orders and specifications. · Charge furnaces with raw materials, and scrap; blend and prepare metal powders to meet chemical and physical requirements. · Monitor and adjust process parameters, including temperature, pressure, compaction, and chemical composition, to ensure consistent product quality. · Pour molten metal into molds, continuous casters or operate presses to compact powdered metals. · Inspect in-process and finished products for dimensional accuracy, density, surface quality, and conformance to specifications using precision measuring tools. · Use hand tools, power tools, and operating saws to cut metal. · Perform routine inspections, crucible changeovers, cleaning, and basic maintenance of furnaces and related equipment. · Billet assembly including welding · Record production data, material usage, and inspection results in work orders and/or ERP systems. · Operate cranes, hoists, or forklifts to safely move raw materials and finished products. · Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, following all safety and environmental regulations. Additional Responsibilities: · Pro-actively cooperate in shop floor fine scheduling of Foundry to optimize throughput. · Provide Preventive Maintenance to induction furnaces and continuous casters, as well as other supporting equipment in Foundry and corresponding tooling to minimize unplanned downtime due to maintenance or tooling problems. · Support ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 14001 (EH&S) Management System Processes. Qualifications/Requirements: · High School Diploma or GED required. · Prior experience in foundry operations, powdered metal processing, or industrial manufacturing preferred. · Mechanical aptitude with ability to operate, adjust, and maintain industrial equipment. · Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions. · Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges). · Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety procedures. · Effective communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team environment. Physical Requirements/Safety: · Ability to work in hot, noisy, and physically demanding environments. · Must be able to stand, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time. · Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. safely. · Must wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirator, heat-resistant clothing, and eye/face protection. Pay Details: $22.00 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.