Foundry Worker - Pitman

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Job Overview :

We are currently seeking a skilled and reliable Pitman to join our team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are looking to contribute to the success of our organization.

Primary Function : Responsible for performing work involving pouring molten metal, spraying, shaking, and setting up molds.

Tools and Equipment : Overhead crane, hoist, sand, sledgehammer, molds, chains, various hand tools, shovel, etc. This list is not all inclusive.

Material : Facing and back-up sand, gate tile, rods gaggers, nails, air set sand insulating materials vent ropes, ceramic coatings.

Source of Supervision : Foreman

Direction Exercised : None

Working Procedures : Task #1 : Mold

• Responsible for spraying molds.
• Shoveling is done on an occasional basis throughout the day and is usually sustained for 15-20 minutes at the most.
• Responsible for set up of molds per operational needs.
• This requires operating overhead crane to hoist and lift molds and place together.
• This involves using bilateral upper extremities and a moderate amount of force.
• Can be required to squat, stoop or kneel when accessing molds.
• Molds are hoisted together and chains applied.
• Mold is then placed in pit by crane operator.
• Pouring of metals requires a great amount of force, especially for the 28 ton ladle.
• Responsible for undoing chains at appropriate time.
• Responsible for shake up of molds.
• This requires removing mold at appropriate time.

Task #2 : Cleaning and maintenance

Required to clean and maintain molds throughout the day as needed.

Responsible for keeping area debris free and free from safety hazards

Note : This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

If you meet the requirements above and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your updated resume. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Requirements :

Note : This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

If you meet the requirements above and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your updated resume. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule :

8 hour shift