Summer Employment-General Production

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.; Tell City (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A leading casting manufacturer in Tell City, Indiana is seeking candidates for a summer student program in their production department. This limited term position involves hands-on training and the responsibility of operating machinery and tools in a heavy industrial setting. Candidates should be at least 18 years old, possess good communication skills, and be dependable with a positive work attitude. An ability to work as part of a team is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or older.
• Problem-solving abilities are necessary.
• Ability to follow instructions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Complete safety training and comply with safety policies.
• Maintain a consistent work pace for timely delivery.
• Inspect products for defects.

Skills

Good oral communications

Dependable and responsible

Positive work attitude

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule

Punctual

Job description

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide.

Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation.

Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

ROLE

This is a limited term position. Individuals hired into our summer student program will be assigned to a production or service department, to train and acquire the necessary skills and work pace to support the assigned department. The position often requires weekend work and/or mandatory overtime. All General Foundry assignments are considered to be heavy industrial, and are repetitive in nature.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Successfully complete safety training, and demonstrate ability to comply with departmental safety policy and guidelines
• Demonstrate ability to follow direction and company procedure
• Participate in WF’s 6‑S Program (housekeeping)
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain a work pace consistent with the company’s goal of the on time delivery
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Operating hand tools, machines and other equipment
• Visually inspect products for defects

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Good oral communications
• Be 18 years or older
• Understanding and following instructions
• Problem solving
• Dependable and responsible
• Positive work attitude
• Punctual
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule
• Ability to work without supervision

If selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete pre‑employment drug screen and a pre‑employment physical.

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.

Persons with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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