Green Sand Pour

Palmer Foundry, Inc.; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer Foundry, Inc. is seeking a self-motivated individual to work as a Green Sand pourer on the pouring floor. The role involves pouring molten metal up to 60 lbs, transferring molds between lines, and dumping molds once set.

You will work on shift from 5:00 am to 1:30 pm, with a work environment exposed to moving parts and fumes. Education is flexible; a GED or high school diploma is preferred. All candidates must be able to meet ITAR/EAR eligibility criteria where applicable.

Qualifications

• Education/experience: High school diploma or GED desired; ability to perform each duty satisfactorily.
• Requires ability to read and write; basic math not required.
• No specific certification required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect crane and obtain molten metal from crucible via ladle.
• Pour molten metal into prepared mold on multiple lines.
• Dump completed molds and transport castings to the next department.
• Maintain clean work area and attend production meetings.
• Complete safety sheets and perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Problem Solving

Oral Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Dependability

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer operation

Job description

Seeking a self-motivated individual to work as a Green Sand pourer. Job entails pouring molten metal weighing up to 60 lbs. on the end of a 3-foot hand ladle into proper molds on several lines on the pouring floor, and once the mold is set, dumping the mold.

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or software source code that is subject to export controls restrictions under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) and will therefore be required to meet eligibility criteria under ITAR and EAR regulations.

Duties:

• Inspect crane
• Obtain molten metal from crucible via metal ladle
• Pour molten metal into prepared mold
• Transport completed castings to knock out department
• Transport Hunter mold plates back to Hunter area
• Dump molds from all casting lines
• Clean and maintain area
• Attend production meetings
• Complete department safety sheets
• Perform other duties or assignments as directed by management

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving: identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Oral Communication: listens and gets clarification.
• Teamwork: balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Dependability: follows instructions, responds to management direction.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience: No specific education or certification is required; however, high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is desired. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and write

Math Ability :

None

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer operation for reviewing work instructions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/loud.

Physical Requirements

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may also be exposed to extreme temperatures depending on internal and external climate, as well as moderate/loud noise levels.

Shift schedule is 5:00 am to 1:30 pm

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Palmer Foundry also complies with federal employment eligibility verification laws through the E-Verify process. To verify identity and legal authority to work in the U.S., on their first day of employment, employees must present either a document which establishes both identity and work authorization (e.g., a U.S. Passport or Permanent Resident Card), or provide one document for identity (e.g., a state-issued driver's license) and one for work authorization (e.g., a U.S. Social Security Card). All documents must be unexpired and presented in original form to Palmer Foundry for the completion of Form I-9 and the E-Verify process.