Metalcasting Line Operator

Waupaca Foundry & Castings; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Company-funded retirement program & 41

Paid holidays & vacation

Wellness incentives & EAP

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry in Wisconsin is hiring for 2nd and 3rd shift operator roles. You’ll operate and oversee foundry equipment to maintain efficient production, prepare molds, and assist with the safe pouring of molten metal.

Inspect parts to ensure exact specifications, keep work areas clean and safe (LOTO), and collaborate with teammates to resolve issues quickly. No prior foundry experience required; opportunities for on-the-job training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong attendance, work ethic, and a team-first approach.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Background in manufacturing, warehouse, machine operation, forklift, or production is helpful but not required.
• Eagerness to learn and advance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee foundry equipment to maintain efficient production.
• Prepare molds and assist with the safe pouring of molten metal.
• Perform inspections to confirm parts meet exact specifications.
• Keep your area clean and organized and follow safety procedures (including LOTO).
• Work with teammates to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Willing to learn

Manufacturing background helpful

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Forge a Career with Waupaca FoundryWaupaca, WI | 2nd & 3rd Shift Opportunities AvailableAt Waupaca Foundry, you’ll help produce high-quality iron castings that keep industries moving. We offer immediate benefits, competitive wages with shift premiums, and clear pathways for growth—from production roles to skilled and leadership positions. Apply today and interview this week.Our Promise to YouCompetitive pay plus shift premiumsBenefits on day one: five medical plan options, dental, vision, and prescription coverageCompany-funded retirement program and 401(k) opportunitiesPaid holidays and vacationWellness incentives and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Stable, long-term employment with advancement opportunitiesHow You’ll ContributeOperate and oversee foundry equipment to maintain efficient productionPrepare molds and assist with the safe pouring of molten metalPerform inspections to confirm parts meet exact specificationsKeep your area clean and organized and follow safety procedures (including LOTO)Work with teammates to troubleshoot and resolve issues quicklyAccurately document production activitiesGrow your capabilities through on-the-job training—no prior foundry experience requiredWhat Helps You SucceedStrong attendance, work ethic, and a team-first approachComfort in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentAttention to detail and commitment to qualityBackground in manufacturing, warehouse, machine operation, forklift, or production is helpful but not requiredEagerness to learn and advancePreferred Exposure (or willingness to learn)Lean Manufacturing PrinciplesLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Foundry environment experienceExperience in a manufacturing environmentLegal & Equal Opportunity StatementsIf selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, reference check/verification, pre-employment drug screen, a pre-employment physical, and a job function test.Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.