Foundry Mechanic — 3rd Shift: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Gupta Permold Corp.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gupta Permold Corp in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a reliable Foundry Mechanic for the 3rd shift (11:30pm–8:00am) to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot foundry tooling, especially 2-piece core/cavity and ejection pins, to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has basic mechanical knowledge, hands-on experience with hand tools, drills, grinders and torches, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with hand tools, drills, grinders, and torches.
• Ability to perform maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds & stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production schedules
• Must be punctual, dependable & able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Set up of molds and related equipment for production, usually involves replacing worn ejection pins or drilling out clogged vents, and testing ejection function.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery, including: Bearings and bushings, Hydraulic lines, Fasteners such as bolts, Replace worn or damaged components as needed.
• Use hand tools and shop equipment safely and effectively (drills, grinders, torch).
• Inspect equipment to identify issues and prevent downtime.
• Follow all plant safety procedures, PPE requirements, and lockout/tagout guidelines.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Reading work instructions

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Drills

Grinders

Torches

Job description

Gupta Permold Corp in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a reliable Foundry Mechanic for the 3rd shift (11:30pm–8:00am) to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot foundry tooling, especially 2-piece core/cavity and ejection pins, to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has basic mechanical knowledge, hands-on experience with hand tools, drills, grinders and torches, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.