Casting Operator

Linamar Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package (Drug, Dental & Vision)

401k Program

Community outreach initiatives

Discounts for local vendors and events

Job summary

Linamar Corporation is seeking a Caster Operator in Fruitport, MI to operate production equipment for aluminum castings. Responsibilities include ensuring equipment functionality, tracking productivity, and meeting quality requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma and experience in a manufacturing environment. Join Linamar, a company dedicated to innovation and community outreach, and enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Operate casting equipment to produce aluminum castings.
• Ensure production equipment operates correctly.
• Track and document productivity information.
• Identify and segregate scrap materials.
• Recommend improvements for production methods and equipment.

Skills

Read and understand work instructions

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Complete required paperwork

Team-oriented

Effective communication

Problem solving and troubleshooting

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, a Caster Operator will operate a casting, permanent mold, or other production equipment used to form aluminum castings and to process them as directed by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that production equipment is functioning within operating parameters correctly.
• References operating documents as needed.
• Ensures that production equipment is producing or processing castings that meet the customer's quality requirements.
• References process and quality documents as needed.
• Observes machines and equipment for malfunction and adjusts or repairs as directed to ensure that the equipment will operate at maximum efficiency, within operating parameters, safely and correctly.
• Identifies scrap and segregates it from product that meets customer specifications. Identifies all containers as to quality of product, status of product and part and/or job number.
• Accurately tracks and documents productivity information for the production cell, as directed.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Completes all production documentation and enters information into Plex or other format; ensures it is completed in a timely manner.
• Relieves other employees for breaks, as needed.
• Recommends improvements for completing tasks and/or for casting improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Skills / Experience

• Must be able to read and understand work instructions.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Must be able to complete required paperwork and report out information utilizing Plex or another required format.
• Must be team oriented.
• Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Must have the ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
• Must have basic math skills – add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• 401k Program
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.

Job Info

• Job Identification 13645
• Job Category Operation
• Posting Date 06/09/2026, 06:36 PM
• Locations 14638 Apple Dr, Fruitport, MI, 49415, US