Foundry Operator

Job Title: Foundry Production Worker

Location: Montrose, MN

At the direction of the department lead, perform the tasks needed to complete the production and finishing of castings. This includes melting metal, pouring molds, knock-out, heat treating, shot blasting, grinding, and packaging of parts/castings.

• This position is crucial in the iron melting process.
• Remove castings from molds using appropriate tools and machinery
• Perform finishing operations such as grinding, sanding and polishing to meet product specifications
• Engage in manual tasks such as digging, lifting, carrying and moving materials
• Operate tools or machinery involved in casting products including furnaces, molds and ladles.
• Understand and proactively address quality issues as they arise
• Assisting with other duties as assigned

• Previous experience with iron pouring.
• Previous foundry & metal casting experience.
• Must be able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Be detailed oriented, organized, and willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently

Routinely able to:

• Manually lift and move product and materials up to 55 lbs. through regular physical exertion, including but not limited to reach forward, reach overhead, lift, carry, crouch, and bend
• Power grip and wrist turn, including the use of hand tools and/or steering fork truck
• Walk, sit, or stand for up to 12 hours with intermittent breaks
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• See, inspect, handle and evaluate product quality
• Read and understand written English language work instructions
• Work in non-climate controlled environments, including hot and humid conditions
• Climb ladders and stairs of varying heights
• Wear task-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Hearing Protection
  • Protective Eyewear
  • Gloves
  • Additional PPE may as required by specific tasks