Sand Operator (Union, 1st Shift)

Vulcan Metals Corporation; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Unionized Work Environment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life and AD&D coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation

401(k) with company match

Training and Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Vulcan Metals Corporation in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Sand Operator to maintain sand lab equipment, monitor operations, and perform testing and calibrations for accurate reporting to supervision.

The role requires experience with sand mixing equipment, conveyors, and a safety-focused approach in a heavy industrial setting, with a 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM shift and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and production standards.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain sand mixing equipment, including daily resin, temperature and material checks.
• Inspect, clean and maintain sand mixing equipment.
• Operate and monitor sand transport systems and sand reclamation.
• Receive, unload and store materials; monitor storage hoppers and silos.
• Identify equipment concerns and report safety hazards to supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Tools

Tape measures

Weighing scales

Job description

About Us:

Vulcan Metals Corporation is a leader in complex engineered castings, delivering critical components to industries such as Rail, Military, Oil & Gas, and Power Generation. With over 100 years of innovation, we're known for precision, reliability, and making a real impact. Join us and be part of a legacy built on excellence!

Position Overview:

The Sand Operator role is to maintain the equipment of the department, monitoring the operations related to the sand lab, and perform testing and calibrations creating critical reports to the supervisor and operations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain sand mixing equipment, including daily checks of resin levels, temperatures, and material supplies, making adjustments as needed.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain sand mixing equipment to support safe and efficient operations.
• Operate and monitor thermal, mechanical, and other sand transportation systems.
• Receive and unload delivered materials into designated containers, storage areas, or equipment.
• Monitor sand storage hoppers and silos to ensure adequate material levels.
• Operate and monitor the sand reclamation system throughout the shift.
• Monitor trash and finished product transportation systems to ensure proper operation.
• Operate and routinely inspect sand separators to maintain efficient material processing.
• Monitor magnetic collection transportation systems.
• Start, stop, and monitor the new sand addition system as needed.
• Monitor coating mixing stations and maintain associated mixing and pumping equipment.
• Perform routine housekeeping to maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Identify and promptly report equipment concerns, safety hazards, or quality issues to the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience:

• Previous experience in a foundry, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Experience operating sand mixers, conveyors, or similar industrial equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with foundry sand systems, molding, and core-making processes preferred.
• Experience performing routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance preferred.
• Previous forklift or hoist operation experience preferred.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and production standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, heavy industrial environment.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, as needed.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial equipment operations.
• Basic algebra and mathematical skills, including measurements and calculations.
• Ability to accurately use tape measures, rulers, and weighing scales.
• Ability to safely operate various hand tools and equipment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify equipment malfunctions and material inconsistencies.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform repetitive movements involving the arms, hands, legs, and feet.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, stoop, and reach while performing job duties.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift up to 85 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors and uneven surfaces throughout the shift.
• Must have sufficient vision and depth perception to safely perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Pay Range: $24.00 - $31.34 hourly (depending on experience)

Schedule Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (must be flexible with OT)

Why join our team at Vulcan Metals Corp?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Unionized Work Environment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Life and AD&D coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp.
• Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation
• 401(k) with a company match
• Employee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities
• We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and global programs.

Prior to commencing employment, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination, including drug testing, and a background check.

Vulcan Metals Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

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