Production Team Associate ( Core Maker)

Lawton Standard; Minster (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady work

Career in high-demand trade

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Day one holiday pay

PTO after 30 days

Cohesive work/family balance

Job summary

CA Lawton is seeking reliable individuals to join the Core Room as Core Makers. You will produce sand cores used in grey and ductile iron castings for mining, marine, HVAC, and oil & gas sectors. Training is provided, and you’ll work 5:30 AM–2:00 PM, with overtime as needed.

Starting pay is $22.52 per hour, with a fixed weekly schedule and benefits after a short period. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to lift up to 50 lbs in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Excitement to learn a new skill.
• Mechanically inclined and task-focused.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to follow work instructions precisely.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Operating core-making equipment.
• Loading and unloading core boxes.
• Inspecting cores for quality and accuracy.
• Trimming, repairing, and assembling cores as needed.
• Applying core coatings and preparing finished cores for production.
• Monitoring sand and binder systems.
• Performing basic equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Following all safety and quality standards.

Skills

Excitement to learn

Mechanically inclined

Attention to detail

Follow work instructions

Dependable

Team-oriented

Commitment to safety

Able to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Are you a reliable employee looking for an exciting career in a growing organization? CA Lawton is seeking motivated individuals to join our Core Room team. No foundry experience is necessary—we provide on-the-job training!

What's in it for you?

• Steady work

• Career in a high-demand trade

• Competitive pay

• On-the-job training

• Day one holiday pay

• PTO after 30 days

• Cohesive work/family balance

What are the hours and pay?

1st Shift: 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday–Friday (plus overtime as needed)

Starting Pay: $22.52/hour

What is the job?

As a Core Maker, you'll produce high-quality sand cores that are essential to the manufacturing of grey and ductile iron castings used in industries such as mining, marine, HVAC, and oil & gas.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating core-making equipment

• Loading and unloading core boxes

• Inspecting cores for quality and accuracy

• Trimming, repairing, and assembling cores when needed

• Applying core coatings and preparing finished cores for production

• Monitoring sand and binder systems

• Performing basic equipment cleaning and maintenance

• Following all safety and quality standards

What do you bring to the job?

• Excitement to learn a new skill

• Mechanically inclined

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to follow work instructions

• Dependable with a strong work ethic

• Team-oriented and self-motivated

• Commitment to safety and quality

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a manufacturing environment

Why should you choose CA Lawton?

• Free training to upgrade your skills, including a tuition reimbursement program

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits within the first 60 days (first of the month following 30 days)

• Company-paid disability and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Direct deposit

• Fixed weekly schedule

• Uniforms provided by the company

• Boot reimbursement

• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement

• Plenty of opportunities for advancement

You’ll be part of a family-focused culture where your hard work is appreciated and your contributions are recognized every day.