Casting Finisher: Chipping/grinding

Elyria Foundry and Hodge Foundry; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Elyria Foundry and Hodge Foundry is seeking a Casting Finisher (Chipping and grinding) and Blaster Operator on 2nd shift in Elyria, OH. The role requires physical work in an industrial setting and operates cranes for casting placement.

Position is full-time, hourly, non-exempt with opportunities to contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing team and uphold safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical, and industrial environment.
• Time management through performing multiple operations simultaneously.
• Ability to follow work instructions and desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Clean castings by removing fins, burnt-on sand, and excess metal per specifications.
• Operate overhead and jib cranes to place castings at workstation and shipment area.
• Assist in loading/unloading trucks and weigh-in data as needed.
• Clean up workstation and surrounding areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Fast-paced environment

Time management

Follow instructions/learn

Tools

Overhead cranes

Jib cranes

Job description

Foundry work is tough. It takes grit, it takes hard work, and it takes people who can think on their feet and solve complex problems. Are you up to the task? Our history dates back to 1905, when we began to produce castings in Elyria, Ohio, for the machine tool, gas engine and other industries. Our Hodge Foundry location began operation in 1876 and built a reputation for quality casting from its Greenville, Pennsylvania location. The two foundries joined to form a single company in 2008, which is today known as Elyria Foundry. We are a fast-paced, technically advanced, customer-focused operation creating high-quality, American-made products and we’re looking for individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to the Team! Position: Casting Finisher (Chipping and grinding) Work Hours: 3am-11:30pm AND Blaster Operator on 2nd shift starting at 1:30pm Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clean castings by removing fins, burnt-on sand, and excess metal per required specifications in preparation for customer shipment.
• Operation of overhead cranes and /or jib cranes (pendant and radio controlled) to place castings at workstation and shipment area. Select the appropriate heavy chains and hooks for casting size, shape, and weight.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks, weigh-in trucks as necessary, use scale and record data.
• Clean-up of workstation and surrounding work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

• Clean castings by removing fins, burnt-on sand, and excess metal per required specifications in preparation for customer shipment.
• Operation of overhead cranes and /or jib cranes (pendant and radio controlled) to place castings at workstation and shipment area. Select the appropriate heavy chains and hooks for casting size, shape, and weight.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks, weigh-in trucks as necessary, use scale and record data.
• Clean-up of workstation and surrounding work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical, and industrial environment
• Time management through performing multiple operations simultaneously
• Ability to follow work instructions and desire to learn

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials during your shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable wearing FULL RESPIRATORY SAFETY EQUIPMENT
• Standing and bending for long periods of time.
• Indoor and outdoor climate conditions during all seasons and in varying temperatures.

Job Type: Full Time. Hourly, non-exempt. This job description is in no way intended to state or imply that these duties, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, abilities, work environment, and physical demands (hereinafter referred to as “duties”) are the only duties to be performed and some duties may be reassigned, and other duties may be assigned as required at the sole discretion of Elyria Foundry|Hodge Foundry. Elyria Foundry|Hodge Foundry provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.