Weekend Night Shift - Casting Melter - J0051757

Astemo Ltd.; Georgia; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo Rock Spring, Inc. in Rock Spring, GA is seeking a Casting Melter to join the Casting department on a full-time basis.

You will work under supervision to operate and maintain casting melt equipment and support continuous production across three shifts with safety as a priority. You'll gain practical, hands-on experience, learn processes from experienced supervisors, and contribute to quality and efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Casting-related coursework or certifications is a plus.
• Following instructions and adapting to changing priorities is important.
• Interest in melting/furnace processes and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist Leads and Supervisors in operating/maintaining casting melt process and equipment.
• Monitor the casting process, inspect quality, and report defects or variations.
• Support routine maintenance on melting pots and equipment (cleaning, lubrication, minor repairs).
• Collaborate with Leads to troubleshoot issues and escalate as needed.
• Assist in setup/changeover of melting pots or equipment under guidance.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing process improvement ideas.
• Participate in training to expand casting knowledge.
• Complete check/PM documents and verify equipment before operation.
• Follow Astemo Rock Spring rules and safety requirements.

Skills

Melting / furnace interest

Mechanical concepts

Follow instructions / learn quickly

Communication / teamwork

Aluminum handling / tools

Team player / meet targets

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Casting-related coursework / certifications

Job description

Description

Job Description

Title

Casting Melter

Department

Casting

Type

Full-Time

Other

Casting Manager

Reports To

Production Technician/ Casting Supervisor

Status

Non-Exempt

Salary Range

Per Wage Scale

Direct reports

N/A

Astemo Rock Spring, Inc. was established in 2000 and supplies aluminum knuckles to Honda and Subaru. We are in Rock Spring, GA, and operate on 3 shifts with 400 employees. We have three main manufacturing departments, Casting, Machining, and Press Assembly. We are part of Astemo, Inc. with 90,000 employees worldwide.

Tasks And Responsibilities

As a Casting Melter associate at Astemo Rock Spring, Inc., you will play an important role in supporting the Casting department. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor or Leads, you will gain hands-on experience and receive comprehensive training in operating and maintaining casting melt process and equipment. This position offers an opportunity to develop a strong foundation of technical skills and gain an understanding of casting processes under the guidance of experienced supervisors, leads & associates.

• Assist the Leads & Supervisors in operating/maintaining casting melt process / Equipment and following established procedures, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Learn to monitor the casting process, inspect for quality, and detecting any defects or variations, reporting any concerns to the Leads & Supervisors.
• Support routine maintenance activities on the melting pots, GFN’s / equipment, such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with the Leads & Supervisors troubleshoot melting pots, GFN’s / Equipment issues and implement basic corrective actions, escalating more complex issues as necessary.
• Assist in the setup and changeover of melting pots or equipment, working under the guidance of the Leads, Supervisors & support Teams.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organized work area, prioritizing safety always.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by providing suggestions for process enhancement, drawing upon your growing knowledge and insights.
• Participate in training sessions provided to enhance technical skills and expand knowledge in the casting field.
• Follow or fill out all appropriate check / PM documents as needed.
• Confirm equipment before every operation.
• Follow all Hyster, Astemo Rock Spring rules.

When accomplishing tasks, remember to work toward meeting overall company goals established which include, OSHA safety compliance, ISO 14001 Environmental Compliance, Ethical & Legal compliance, Customer Quality, Production to Plan, and Delivery Performance.

Safety & Environmental

• Adhere to safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations to foster a safe work environment for all team members.
• Support environmental initiatives and comply with relevant environmental regulations and standards.

Quality

• Collaborate with the Casting Teams, Leads & Supervisors to follow quality control processes and procedures, ensuring adherence to established quality standards.
• Notify the Team members, Leads, & Supervisors of any quality-related concerns or potential improvements observed during repair / prep / production.

Delivery

• Coordinate with the Casting Leads & Supervisors - to ensure timely completion of casting tasks, supporting efficient production flow.

Productivity

• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements within the Casting process, collaborating with the Leads & Supervisors to improve output measures that increase efficiency and optimize quality product.

Reporting

• Provide regular updates to the Casting Lead or Supervisor on work progress, die performance, and observations made during operations / repair / prepping.
• Collaborate with the Casting Support teams Leads & Supervisors to gather and analyze relevant data for reporting and improving purposes.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated interest in melting / furnace / transfer pot and technical career path, showing eagerness to learn and grow in the field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical concepts, enabling comprehension of gravity die castings operation and troubleshooting or identify any potential equipment issues.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn new skills quickly, adapting to changing responsibilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the team and support the overall objectives.
• Ability to transfer / treat aluminum with supplied tools in a safe and timely manner.
• Ability to be a team player and help the team achieve daily targets.

Minimum Experienced Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of casting processes is advantageous, although not required.
• Relevant coursework or certifications in casting or a related field are a plus, demonstrating a foundational understanding of casting principles.
• Ability to follow instructions, work in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to changing priorities.

Key Metrics Responsibility

• Adherence to quality standards and production targets, as guided by the Leads and Supervisors.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand 8 hrs; to use hands and fingers; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; walk; reach with hands and arms, stoop or kneel, talk and/or hear; and withstand heated area.
• Requires repetitive lifting (>700 each shift) of weights up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.

Join our team and embark on a path of learning and growth as a casting melt associate. Your commitment to excellence and willingness to expand your skills will contribute to the success of our manufacturing operations.

Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.