Investment Technician - Metal

Chrome Hearts LLC. • Tucson, AZ, US

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CHROME HEARTS, the Fine Jewelry, Accessories, Shoes, Fragrance & Home Goods company renowned for its sophisticated life-inspired designs, was conceived in 1988 by Richard Stark in Los Angeles. Honoring a commitment to quality materials and timeless design, CHROME HEARTS now has thirty+ stores across North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in the most exclusive boutiques around the world.

Summary / Objective

The Investment Casting technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the production of high-quality metalwork. This position involves cleaning and prepping casting flasks, using a heat gun and shrink wrap for mold preparation, and pickling silver to remove oxidation and impurities. The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of metal casting processes, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

Mold Preparation

Dip assembled trees into ceramic slurries and apply silica-based coatings to build the mold shell, ensuring sufficient layers for casting.
Clean and prepare casting flasks, removing dust, oils, and contaminants to ensure defect-free surfaces.

Casting Operations

Utilize a heat gun and shrink wrap to seal and prepare casting flasks for the production process.

Handle molten metals with care and precision to ensure safe and accurate casting.

Post-Casting Processes

Immerse cast silver pieces in a pickling solution to remove oxidation, flux residue, and tarnish.

Rinse and neutralize silver pieces after pickling to ensure a clean, polished finish.

Quality Assurance

Inspect molds, flasks, and finished casts for defects, taking corrective action as needed.

Maintain detailed records of production and process improvements.

Qualifications

Experience : 2+ years in a production environment, preferably in metal casting or foundry work.

Familiarity with investment casting techniques, wax pattern handling, and ceramic mold preparation.

Ability to ensure precision during tree assembly and mold preparation to prevent defects in the casting process.

Ability to lift heavy objects, work in hot environments, and perform repetitive tasks.

Knowledge of different metals and alloys used in investment casting.

Experience with mold coating techniques and ceramic material handling.

Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Eager to take on responsibility with a personal sense of accountability.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Additional Information

Chrome Hearts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

17.25 - 18.25 USD per hour

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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Metal Technician • Tucson, AZ, US