Foundry Operator (4th Shift)

Precision Castpart; Indiana; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time position

Benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Safe manufacturing environment

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is hiring a Foundry Operator for the 4th shift in Mentor, Ohio. You will operate vacuum furnaces and support high-temperature casting processes in a safety-focused environment. The schedule runs on a rotating 7 days every 2 weeks with full-time hours and benefits.

Pay is based on relevant experience, with career growth and hands-on training opportunities in a stable manufacturing setting. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing or foundry experience preferred.
• Experience with industrial equipment or high-temperature processes is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum furnaces, including Equiax, Directional Solidification (D.S.), and Single Crystal furnaces.
• Record all required production and process data accurately.
• Assist with furnace setup and changeovers, including D.S. susceptors, coils, and melt coils.
• Follow SOPs, engineering specifications, and special lot instructions.
• Meet established production and efficiency goals; maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Develop a strong understanding of foundry processes and materials.
• Organize work to support efficient production flow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Urgency/pace

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Foundry Operator (4th Shift)

Country United States of America

State / County Ohio

City Mentor

Division Airfoils

Company Mentor/Painesville

Function Operations

Workplace Type On-Site

Position type Full Time

Opportunity ID 24913

Location Mentor, OH

Pay Based on Relevant Experience

We are seeking dependable and motivated Foundry Operators to join our team on 4th Shift in Mentor, Ohio. Whether you have manufacturing experience or are looking to start a career in advanced manufacturing, this position offers hands-on training, competitive pay, and the opportunity to develop valuable skills in a safety-focused production environment.

As a Foundry Operator, you'll support critical vacuum casting operations while working with advanced furnace technology in a fast-paced environment that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Excellent Work-life Balance

Our unique rotating schedule allows you to work only 7 days every 2 weeks while maintaining full-time hours and benefits.

Training & Development

Receive hands-on training and develop valuable manufacturing skills while working alongside experienced operators.

Stability & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full Time opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environment focused on safety and quality
• Collaborative team culture

4th Shift Schedule

Hours: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Week 1

Work: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Off: Wednesday, Thursday

Week 2

Work: Wednesday, Thursday

Off: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Why Employees Love This Schedule

• Work only 7 days every 2 weeks
• Average 42 hours per week
• Built-in stretches of consecutive days off
• Excellent work-life balance
• Full-time pay and benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum furnaces, including Equiax, Directional Solidification (D.S.), and Single Crystal furnaces
• Record all required production and process data accurately
• Assist with furnace setup and changeovers, including D.S. susceptors, coils, and melt coils
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), engineering specifications, and special lot instructions
• Meet established production and efficiency goalsMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time
• Develop a strong understanding of foundry processes and materials
• Organize work to support efficient production flow
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience

• Manufacturing or foundry experience preferred
• Experience working with industrial equipment or high-temperature processes is a plus
• Candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education)

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable attendance and dependability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Sense of urgency and accountability
• Ability to meet production goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a high-temperature foundry environment
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including standing, lifting, and moving materials throughout the shift
• Ability to work safely while meeting production demands

Build a Career in Advanced Manufacturing

This Opportunity Is Ideal For

• Entry-Level Manufacturing Candidates
• Production Operators
• Machine Operators
• Manufacturing Associates
• Foundry Operators
• Furnace Operators
• Casting Operators
• Skilled Trades Candidates
• Military Veterans
• Trade School Graduates

If you're looking for a stable career with pay based on experience, excellent benefits, and a schedule that provides exceptional work-life balance, we encourage you to apply today.

Keywords

Foundry Operator, Furnace Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Production Operator, Machine Operator, Metal Casting, Industrial Manufacturing, Aerospace Manufacturing, Factory Jobs, Skilled Trades, Manufacturing Careers, Entry-Level Manufacturing Jobs, Mentor OH Jobs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

National Security And Export Controls

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.