Molder: 4-Day Week, Onsite Lean Sand Molding

WEIR; Mississippi; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PPE provided

Job summary

Weir in Newton, MS is seeking a Mold Pattern/Operator to join our onsite team on a four-day first shift (5:00 AM–3:15 PM) with overtime as needed. You will run sand molding operations, inspect patterns, and perform equipment maintenance while upholding safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work safely with molding equipment and cranes. Join a team focused on lean improvements and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Good reading, writing, mathematical, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate molding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong work ethic with good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and inspect the correct pattern per the daily schedule to ensure accuracy and quality in mold production.
• Operate the sand mixer to fill molds, calibrate and maintain the continuous mixer, and place cores correctly in the cope and drag to produce high-quality molds.
• Control equipment that picks up and flips molds, operate mobile equipment, and use the overhead crane to move molds to the pouring floor and perform shakeout after pouring.
• Perform preventative maintenance on molding equipment, maintain cleanliness and safety of the work area, and participate actively in lean initiatives to improve processes.
• Consistently produce quality molds on schedule, maintain equipment reliability, demonstrate teamwork and a positive attitude, and uphold excellent attendance and safety records.

Skills

Pattern management

Mold production

Equipment operation

Lean manufacturing

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane

Sand mixer

Molding equipment

Job description

Weir in Newton, MS is seeking a Mold Pattern/Operator to join our onsite team on a four-day first shift (5:00 AM–3:15 PM) with overtime as needed. You will run sand molding operations, inspect patterns, and perform equipment maintenance while upholding safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work safely with molding equipment and cranes. Join a team focused on lean improvements and reliability.