Production Worker-Entry level pay starting at $18/hour

Davita Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

In this role, you'll assist in the foundry processes, including pouring hot aluminum and operating machinery such as forklifts and cranes. The position requires teamwork, adherence to safety guidelines, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Foundry/Manufacturing Environment preferred.
• Ability to work in fast-paced conditions.
• Must follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Helps Molders with sand flasks and removes castings.
• Pours hot aluminum into sand molds.
• Operates bridge crane or forklift for material handling.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Overhead Crane

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Helps Molders with sand flasks, shaking out the finished molds and removing the castings as required.


• Mix sand for the molders using the molders friend sand cutter.


• Pours hot aluminum into the sand molds.


• Sweeps and cleans work areas as needed.


• Operates bridge crane or forklift to move, load and unload materials and supplies within the department.


• Transport product, parts, and materials by using, forklift, pallet jack, or crane


• Work supportively with the appropriate team members/departments to meet quotas and goals


• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management


• Able to use basic hand tools and read tape measure

• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space

• Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values.


• Additional duties may be assigned, dependent upon location.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.


• Experience working in a Foundry/Manufacturing Environment preferred


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment


• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions


• Troubleshoot problems and report issues


• Must work well in team environment


• Based on department, may be required to operate a forklift, overhead crane, and electric pallet jack.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND REQUIRED TRAINING

The following certifications and training, if required, will be provided by the company:

• JSA completion, Forklift Operations, PPE identification and usage, Crane Training, hazard awareness/identification, Lift table operations, Rigging safety


• Understands SQDE Metrics

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

To successfully perform the essential function of this position, employees must have the ability to:

• Frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.


• Continuously stand; walk; bend/stoop, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms above shoulder height; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk; and hear.


• Occasionally climb, balance, kneel, reach with hands and arms at waist level and below the waist, and work in limited space.


• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is continuously exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high places, fumes, or airborne particles and/or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SAFETY

Twin City Fan is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy work environment. Every employee must understand and continually work within the safety and health rules and policies. The use of good judgment and common sense is critical to workplace safety and Twin City Fan expects every employee to work in a safe and conscientious manner.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment, nor is it an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as business needs arise. Qualifications are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required.

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