Foundry Technician

New Tech Global; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

New Tech Global Inc. is seeking a hands-on production associate for a DAY SHIFT in a heavy manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include safety-focused operation of power equipment, core/mold making, and molding processes to form and finish castings.

The role requires heightened attention to detail, willingness to work in high-temperature, loud environments, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. On-the-job training is available; overtime on Fridays is possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years' experience in pattern shop/storage, core making, molding making, mold closing, induction melting, pouring, shakeout, abrasive blasting, gating & riser removal, grinding, casting inspection or touch-up; on-the-job training available.
• 1+ years' experience operating forklift, overhead crane, frontend loader; preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate large power equipment and machine tools.
• Core making to form internal surfaces of castings; mold making for external surfaces.
• Mold closing, pouring, melting and shakeout of castings; sand reclamation and pattern storage assistance.
• Castings inspection and touch-up; maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures; operate equipment including forklifts, cranes, and loaders as required.
• Assist with sand reclamation, pattern storage, and casting touch-ups as needed.
• Contribute to safe and efficient daily operations across foundry departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Frontend loader

Job description

Job Description

Shift: DAY SHIFT - 3:00 AM - 1:30 PM, MONDAY TO THURSDAY; EXPECTED OVERTIME ON FRIDAYS - 8 HOURS

Overview

• Safely operate large power equipment and machine tools
• Core making - form the internal surfaces of castings.
• Mold making - form the external surfaces of castings.
• Mold closing - assemble cores and molds into complete mold assemblies.
• Melting - prepare molten metal from scrap steel/raw materials, adjust chemistry and temperature.
• Pouring - transfer molten metal into mold cavities.
• Shakeout - remove core and mold sand from castings and reclaim sand.
• Casting cleaning - remove gates, risers, fins, and surface defects; abrasive blast surfaces; inspect and repair castings.
• Operate equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, and loaders as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Support casting operations across various foundry departments.
• Assist with sand reclamation, pattern storage, and casting touch-ups as needed.
• Actively contribute to safe and efficient daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience in 2 or more of the following: pattern shop/storage; core making; molding making; mold closing; induction melting; pouring; shakeout; abrasive blasting; gating & riser removal; grinding; casting inspection and touch-up preferred. On-the-job training is available.
• 1+ years of experience operating forklift; overhead crane; frontend loader preferred.
• Must have corrected vision to 20/20.
• Willingness to work in environments with extreme temperatures, noise, dust, fumes, and moving equipment.
• Must possess general knowledge of industrial applications in a manufacturing setting.
• Must possess general knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Required to wear PPE, including a hard hat, gloves, face mask, and steel-toed boots.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Able to work well in a team environment as well as self-directed when working independently.
• Willingness to comply with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to adapt and be cross-trained to learn all job duties.
• Ability to multitask in fast paced environment.
• Factory environment with a large range of temperature changes.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, and reaching for extended periods of time.