Casting Machine Operator - 2nd shift Direct Hire

Davita Inc.; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing industry seeks a Casting Operator responsible for ensuring quality in the production of brass castings. The role includes operational monitoring, machine adjustments for efficiency, and performing inspections. Successful candidates will have a High School Diploma and ideally some experience in a manufacturing setting, contributing to optimal production methods.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of casting practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate low-pressure casting unit.
• Ensure production equipment functions within parameters.
• Perform visual inspection of castings.
• Complete production paperwork.

Skills

Visual inspection

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Description:

This individual will be responsible for achieving quality castings in the operation of a brass low-pressure casting unit. The position will include programmed machine cycle start, monitoring of HMI controls/alarms, shot blasting mold and hand loading of ingot bars in automated feeder.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



1. Ensure that automated production equipment and material specification are functioning within operating parameters of the process sheet.

2. Visual inspection of castings that meet foundry department standards.

3. Observes machine alarms for malfunction and makes adjustment to run at maximum efficiency of 80 sec/cycle and/or notify casting lead person for adjustments.

4. Completes all production paperwork to improve production methods and equipment performance.

5. Identifies scrap and segregates it from production.

6. Performs molten metal furnace cleaning weekly.

7. Ability to do all job functions as outlined in the functional job analysis.





QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



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EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required:

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. required


2. Must pass Functional Job Analysis

Preferred:

1. Prior experience in manufacturing environment


2. Understand basic casting practices

TRAINING

1. Employee Orientation


2. Legal Compliance Calendar


3. Functional Job Analysis


4. Forklift