CASTER/MOLD HANDLER

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 6%

Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace's Wichita Falls, TX facility seeks a Caster/Mold Handler to operate casting units and manage mold handling. The role requires 12-hour rotating shifts (6:48 p.m. to 6:48 a.m.) with internal shift differentials and potential overtime.

Starting pay is $29.31 per hour, with a max of $33.88 at 9 months, plus a $1.00 shift differential. The position includes comprehensive benefits such as paid vacation, holidays, a 401(k) with company match up to 6%, medical/dental/vision, life

Qualifications

• Using computers to enter information and monitor processes.
• Ability to read and interpret Product Criteria and Activity Instructions.
• Work effectively as part of a team under supervision.
• Maintain expected quality levels and comply with EHS and site policies.

Responsibilities

• Inserts alloy charges into induction melting crucibles manually or with assistive devices.
• Operates casting unit, monitors temperature and pours into molds per procedures.
• Directs mold handling to preheat and casting areas, maintains casting logs.
• Maintains safety, quality and housekeeping; leads a team when required.
• Overtime may be required and adherence to EHS rules.

Skills

Using Computers

Read Product Criteria

Teamwork

Quality Standards

Policies & Procedures

Job description

Job Info

• Location: PO Box 1616, 6200 Central Frwy, Wichita Falls, TX, 76307-1616, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Export-Controlled Data: This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
• Currency Code: US Dollar

Responsibilities

Howmet Aerospace's Wichita Falls, TX facility has an opening for Caster/Mold Handlers.

Howmet is a world leader in the investment casting industry and is a leading supplier of superalloys, aluminum, and titanium components for aerospace, automotive, and commercial transportation applications. Our Wichita Falls location is on the front edge of the rapid growth in the aerospace and turbine industries. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Howmet Aerospace's Wichita Falls, TX facility has an opening for Caster/Moldhandler.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 12 HOUR ROTATING SHIFTS, (2 on 2 off, 3 on 2 off, 2 on 3 off hours will be 6:48 p.m. to 6:48 a.m.)

Priority will be given to internal candidates. This will be for nights.

• Starting pay is at $29.31 tops out at $33.88 at 9 months.
• $1.00 shift differential.

Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; paid holidays; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match of up to 6% of your pre‑tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, and a Employee Assistant Program.

Responsible for operation of casting unit; melts and pours into ceramic molds using induction or vacuum induction furnaces according to critical, prescribed written instructions and procedures. Caster/Mold Handler may not move for two (2) years unless movement is a promotion within the department.

Works under general supervision and the direction of a caster to remove molds from the preheat furnace, properly position in a timely manner for casting, perform wrap application, dewaxing, repair, and mold inspect and perform all post‑cast operations specified.

Works with a mold-handler and at times performs the mold‑handling operation to preheat ceramic molds and melt alloy to pour into the preheated molds.

Essential Functions

• Using Computers (entering information, etc.)
• Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
• Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision.
• Must be able to maintain expected quality levels.
• Comply with all site required policies and procedures including but not limited to: EHS, Quality, Code of Conduct and the Wichita Falls Employee Handbook.

Job Responsibilities for Caster

1. Inserts alloy charges into an induction melting crucible (air or vacuum) manually or with mechanical assistance.
2. Operates casting unit to melt charge, either manually or utilizing autocast system; monitors melt visually and ascertains temperatures with pyrometer, or immersion thermo- couple.
3. Directs mold handler to convey mold from preheat furnace to casting unit.
4. Monitors and records casting parameters required in casting log and computer.
5. Confirms correct alloy identification and casting sequence of molds.
6. Warns mold handler of broken or leaking molds.
7. Supplies mold handler with alloy identification tags and notifies mold handler of any "capping" material required on molds.
8. Manually pours or adjusts and initiates auto pour of melted charges.
9. Removes and installs induction crucibles.
10. Cleans casting unit along with the inner walls of the melt chamber.
11. Keeps updated on all Activity Instructions.
12. Independent judgment is often required when performing job duties.
13. Considerable care and attention are required while operating the casting unit.
14. Assists in minor equipment maintenance.
15. Expected to lead a team of foundry service operators and mold handlers to perform to a given scheduled supplied by the Supervisor.
16. Complies with all EHS rules related to the work environment.
17. Works Overtime when needed.

Job Responsibilities for Mold Handler

1. Read all available instructions and assist caster to cast molds in accordance with established techniques and specific instructions on the Product Criteria, Mold Sheets or Activity Instructions.
2. Requires concentration for short periods of time when assisting in the acquisition of the proper alloy, checks preheat temperatures, handles the molds from the preheat furnace and again after casting, and accomplishes all specific post‑cast operations (Hexamine, mold stripping, exothermic application, and vermiculite encapsulation).
3. Particularly responsible for proper mold positioning, lower chamber cleaning, and the control of variables affecting solidification and mold cooling.
4. Moves empty, hot furnace trays, changes and cleans door gaskets, performs heavy housekeeping required in department, and assists in minor equipment maintenance.
5. Notifies caster of any torn wraps, bumped or leaking molds.
6. Periodically required to load ovens.
7. Keep updated on new methods on improvements.