Vacuum Casting Operator

Employnet; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Employnet, Inc. in Fremont, CA seeks a reliable Vacuum Casting Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will operate vacuum cast furnaces, prepare metal charges, perform melt operations, and support continuous improvement efforts to produce high-performance brazing alloys.

The ideal candidate has experience in foundry or furnace operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. Willingness to work flexible hours or overtime as needed to support production.

Qualifications

• Experience in foundry or furnace operations preferred.
• Experience operating vacuum/hydrogen furnaces is desired.
• Detail-oriented with ability to follow procedures.
• Strong safety and quality focus in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare charges and perform melt operations per procedures.
• Set up vacuum casting furnaces and produce parts to tolerance.
• Handle molds, pour metal at specified temps, document data.
• Support continuous improvement and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment and logs.

Skills

Foundry operations

Vacuum furnace operation

Safety compliance

Quality control

Teamwork

Documentation

Job description

Job Posting- Vacuum Casting Operator Position Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Vacuum Casting Operator to join our manufacturing team in producing high-performance brazing alloys. This role involves operating vacuum cast furnaces, preparing metal charges, performing melt operations, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience in foundry or furnace operations and a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform charge preparation and melt operations in accordance with established procedures.
• Set up and operate vacuum casting furnaces to produce high-quality castings to precise tolerances.
• Select, insert, and position, clean molds; pour metal at specified temperatures.
• Monitor and control melt and casting processes, document data accurately, and recommend process improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional teams focused on improving casting operations and overall production performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Prepare and send metal samples to the lab for analysisParticipate in problem-solving and continuous improvement projectsAccurately record melt and production activity information in required logs or systems.
• Assist with die setups and safely transfer metal using cranes and related equipment.
• Clean, maintain, and perform basic maintenance on furnaces and associated equipment.
• Perform other duties and support manufacturing needs as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Prior experience in a foundry, smelting, metal casting, heat treating, or equivalent manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience operating and maintaining vacuum and/or hydrogen furnaces is highly desirable.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and process documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials and equipment safely - up to 60 lbs. Willingness to work flexible hours or overtime as needed to support production.