Foundry Operator: Aluminum Casting Production

Production Pattern & Foundry; Minden (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Production Pattern & Foundry in Nevada is seeking a dedicated Foundry Operator for a full-time, on-site role based in Mound House. You will operate molding machines, furnaces, trimming tools and material handling devices following established procedures and safety standards.

You will load/unload molds, monitor casting processes, perform basic measurements, document production data for quality traceability, and collaborate with supervisors, maintenance and quality teams to meet schedules and

Qualifications

• Operate industrial or manufacturing equipment with basic setup and checks.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with tools, gauges, and measurement devices.
• Follow safety practices, PPE use, safe material handling, OSHA policies.
• Inspect parts and record production and quality data accurately.
• Read and follow work instructions, schedules, and technical diagrams.
• Be reliable, manage time, work full shifts, support team.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates, maintenance.
• Willingness to work in a foundry, stand for long periods, lift materials safely.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, foundry, metalworking is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding machines, furnaces, trimming tools and material handling devices.
• Load and unload molds and monitor casting processes.
• Perform basic measurements and visual inspections.
• Document production data to support quality traceability.
• Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance and quality teams.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow standardized work instructions.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance efficiency and safety.

Skills

Industrial equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Reading work instructions

Team communication

Foundry environment experience

Reliability and time management

Tools

Measuring gauges

Process monitoring tools

Job description

Production Pattern & Foundry in Nevada is seeking a dedicated Foundry Operator for a full-time, on-site role based in Mound House. You will operate molding machines, furnaces, trimming tools and material handling devices following established procedures and safety standards.

You will load/unload molds, monitor casting processes, perform basic measurements, document production data for quality traceability, and collaborate with supervisors, maintenance and quality teams to meet schedules and