Machine Operator - Foundry

MCCONWAY & TORLEY LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

McConway & Torley LLC in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Machine Operator - Foundry. You will set up and operate machines, adjust for materials, verify dimensional requirements, and transfer materials to storage areas. This role involves working with specialized materials and following standard work.

The position offers full-time hours, shift flexibility after training, and an environment focused on safety and quality within a historic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to follow a strict safety program.
• Must have the ability to function and communicate in a team setting.
• Must be attentive to detail.
• Must be punctual, predictable, and have regular attendance.
• Must be able to stand for long durations.
• Must be tolerant to extreme temperatures.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a good attitude and be adaptable to changes.

Responsibilities

• Learns Visual Control Boards
• Learns how to load drill programs
• Learn to communicate with Maintenance on KW
• Learns production logs and documentation
• Learns basic operation ofKW controls
• Learns basic operation of sand controls
• Learns to manually jog KW components
• Learns how to match tickets to patterns
• Learns to adjust sand levels
• Learns how to perform visual inspections- vents, pattern breakages, serial # and sand stickers
• Places sleeves per standard work
• Learns to clean patterns
• Learns how-to put-on patterns properly
• Learns to radio communicate with melt, work lead and supervisor
• Learns how to perform against documented standard work
• Engaged and motivated to meet commitments on work product
• Learns and uses correct PPE based on hazard assessment
• Inspect all PPE at end of each shift
• Inspect all tool and equipment at the beginning of each shift
• Situational safety awareness of surroundings and other personnel
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area per 5S standards
• Follows all corporate policies and procedures
• Utilizes manufacturing’s best practice

Skills

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Team communication

Safety program adherence

Attention to detail

Punctuality and regular attendance

Stamina to stand long durations

Adaptability to change

Tools

KW controls

Sand controls

Job description

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Full Time Prod Operations Pittsburgh, PA, US

FerroWorks, has locations in Pittsburgh, McKees Rocks, and Kutztown, PA which have been in continuous operations since 1869, the same year the first US transcontinental railroad was completed. We have been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality railroad industry products.

McConway & Torley is currently searching for a Machine Operator - Foundry. As a Machine Operator, you’ll set up and operate machines, adjust for materials used, verify dimensional requirements, and transfer materials to storage areas. This specialist works with unconventional materials, which requires specialized skills.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Shift: Must be able to work any shift - will be steady after training

What you’ll do:

• Learns Visual Control Boards
• Learns how to load drill programs
• Learn to communicate with Maintenance on KW
• Learns production logs and documentation
• Learns basic operation ofKW controls
• Learns basic operation of sand controls
• Learns to manually jog KW components
• Learns how to match tickets to patterns
• Learns to adjust sand levels
• Learns how to perform visual inspections- vents, pattern breakages, serial # and sand stickers
• Places sleeves per standard work
• Learns to clean patterns
• Learns how-to put-on patterns properly
• Learns to radio communicate with melt, work lead and supervisor
• Learns how to perform against documented standard work
• Engaged and motivated to meet commitments on work product
• Learns and uses correct PPE based on hazard assessment
• Inspect all PPE at end of each shift
• Inspect all tool and equipment at the beginning of each shift
• Situational safety awareness of surroundings and other personnel
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area per 5S standards
• Follows all corporate policies and procedures
• Utilizes manufacturing’s best practice

What you’ll need:

• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
• Must be able to follow a strict safety program
• Must have the ability to function and communicate in a team setting
• Must be attentive to detail
• Must be punctual, predictable, and have regular attendance
• Must be able to stand for long durations
• Must be tolerant to extreme temperatures
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a good attitude and be adaptable to changes

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned