Foundry

Flex-N-Gate LLC.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate LLC. in Michigan is seeking an experienced foundry professional to join the Soft Tool Development team. The role focuses on condition and RAM sand processes, pattern preparation, and tool die development for automotive prototypes.

You will operate a range of heavy equipment, ensure product quality, and maintain a safe, clean work environment while supporting training and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years foundry experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of Foundry operations and Automotive Prototype Die Development.
• Must be able to operate listed machinery safely.
• Self-motivated and willing to take related courses.
• Ability to analyze situations and provide solutions.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Condition and RAM sand with Payloader (BobCat) and maintain proper sand balance.
• Load pots with Kirksite ingots using crane and pour Kirksite soft tool dies.
• Prepare sand, ram patterns, pull patterns, add pins and vacuum debris.
• Pull dies, weigh them, and stamp dies with weight.
• Assist in training and development of associates in the department.
• Track and manage any QOS measures and maintain clean, safe work area.
• Understand and follow company policies; interact with customers; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Foundry experience

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grinding machines

Air Sand Rammer

Band Saw

Crane

Drills

Mapp & Oxygen Torch

Melting Pots

Sand Conditioner

Sander Disc & Spindle

Table Saw

Job description

Responsibilities

• Condition and RAM sand with Payloader (BobCat).
• Ensure sand is maintained at the proper balance of clay and water.
• Load pots with Kirksite inkets using crane.
• Proper handling of foundry boxes.
• Prepare sand, ram patterns, pull patterns, add handling pins, vacuum out debris.
• Pour Kirksite soft tool dies.
• Pull dies and weigh them, Stamp dies with weight.
• Assist in training and development of associates in the department.
• Track and manage any QOS measures assigned.
• Understand housekeeping requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Be safety conscious and understand all potential safety hazards in work environment.
• Practice and promote safe work practices throughout the plant.
• Promote team concepts and participate in teams.
• Complete necessary paperwork.
• Understand the needs of internal/external customers.
• Understand and follow company policies and practices and any other legal requirements.
• Must present a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be able to interact appropriately with customers.
• Must be an active participant in achieving and maintaining quality goals and continuous improvement activities.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Soft Tool Development Area Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years foundry experience.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, all additional education from college to training seminars in this related field is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of Foundry operations and Automotive Prototype Die Development
• Must be able to operate the following pieces of machinery:
• 90*, 5”, & 7” Grinders
• Air Sand Rammer
• Band Saw
• Crane
• Drills, Air & Electric
• Mapp & Oxygen Gas Torch
• Melting Pots
• Sand Conditioner
• Sander Disc & Spindle
• Table Saw
• Possess basic math skills.
• Must be a self-motivator and be willing to take related courses.
• Ability to analyze situations and provide possible solutions.
• Be able to effectively communicate with others- either verbally or written.
• Ability to apply technical experience and knowledge to unsupervised ongoing projects