Foundry Worker (PPG#337232)

Barton Staffing Solutions; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,200

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

10 Holidays

Job summary

Barton Staffing Solutions is seeking experienced Foundry Workers for a 2nd shift position in a manufacturing environment. You will prepare molds, handle aluminum, and maintain casting equipment to ensure high-quality castings.

Candidate should have at least 1 year of foundry/manufacturing experience, read technical gauges, and operate hand tools safely. A sign-on bonus of $1,200 is offered along with the 15% shift differential on 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience as a caster/foundry worker or related role.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read scales, rulers, blueprints, and work orders.
• Proficient with hand tools (pliers, wrenches, hammers, chisels) and measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and preheat molds for casting.
• Handle aluminum and maintain equipment to produce castings.
• Monitor furnace temperatures and molten metal to specification.
• Pour aluminum into molds with precision and consistency.
• Inspect molds and conduct quality tests during casting.

Skills

Foundry experience

Safety procedures

Blueprint reading

Tool operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Furnaces

Measuring tools

Digital thermometers

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a manufacturer of high-quality industrial heaters, temperature sensors, and temperature controls, is seeking experienced Foundry Workers to join their team on 2nd Shift.

Pay rate: $20.00/hr. (2nd shift has a 15% Shift Differential)

This position also has a $1,200 sign-on bonus!

While working in the Foundry area, you will support with preparing molds, handling aluminum, and maintaining equipment to produce high-quality castings. This position requires a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while ensuring that safety and quality standards are consistently met.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and preheat permanent and sand molds to ensure optimal casting conditions.
• Prepare elements before installation on molds.
• Install elements onto molds for casting.
• Pack sand around patterns to create molds and prepare them for casting.
• Monitor the temperature of heating units, gauges, and furnace flames to ensure that metal is melted to meet project specifications.
• Melt metals to the required temperatures and add necessary alloys to achieve specific casting properties.
• Pour aluminum into molds, ensuring consistency and precision.
• Spray and/or pour permanent molds as per instructions.
• Cut risers and gates as needed for proper casting flow.
• Clean, fill, and maintain the melting furnace to ensure smooth operation.
• Assess and inspect molds to ensure they are free from defects, ensuring high-quality castings.
• Conduct quality tests on components during the casting process to ensure finished products meet required standards, while identifying and correcting any defects in the casting process.
• Move materials and supplies within and out of the foundry to support the production process and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Keep detailed records of materials used, including sand, alloys, and metals.
• Use hand tools such as hammers, saws, and chisels for shaping, cutting, and finishing metal components.
• Maintain, operate, and clean equipment such as furnaces, casting molds, and strip‑out machines, while ensuring a clean and organized workstation on a daily basis.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to established safety policies and procedures.
• May be assigned additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Preferred at least one year of manufacturing experience as a Caster/Foundry Worker or in a related role, with relevant training or experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and interpret scales, rulers, blueprints, and work orders accurately.
• Proficiency in using hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, hammers, chisels, and measuring equipment like rulers.
• Experience reading and understanding digital thermometers for temperature monitoring.
• Skilled in safely operating and maintaining machinery and foundry equipment.
• Strong commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining high‑quality standards in all tasks.
• Organized, dependable, and detail‑oriented, with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain consistent productivity.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively collaborating with team members and supervisors.
• Forklift operation experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, both now and in the future.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vison (start 1st day!)
• Short & long‑term disability; AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays

Please note: Employment offers are contingent upon successfully passing a drug test, E-Verify verification, and background check.

Company Description

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