Foundry Operative

Job Title:

Foundry Operative (Sand Lab)

Location:

Stourbridge

Pay Rates: £12.71 - £14.00 per hour basic up to £21 per hour premium overtime

Shift Patterns: 07:00 - 17:00 Overtime paid after 40 hours

Join a well-established and growing foundry that truly puts its people first. With ongoing investment in the latest machinery, new plant, and a strong focus on training and development, this is a company that backs its team and builds for the future.

Why Work Here?

You'll be part of a forward-thinking team where ideas are valued.
The business actively invests in modernising its equipment and improving the working environment.
Employees are supported to grow their skills, with opportunities to contribute to process improvement and development projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Monitor and maintain the quality and consistency of foundry moulding sand.
Prepare, mix and condition sand to the required specifications.
Test sand for moisture, strength, permeability, temperature and other key properties.
Take regular sand samples and carry out routine laboratory/testing procedures.
Adjust sand mixtures by adding materials such as bentonite, additives and water as required.
Monitor sand reclamation and ensure reclaimed sand is suitable for reuse.
Identify and report any issues with sand quality or consistency.
Maintain accurate records of sand tests, results and material additions.
Work closely with the foundry production and quality teams to resolve sand-related issues.

Qualification/experience

Previous Foundry, Casting or Manufacturing experience.
Must have a good level of Mathematics as you will need to be number savvy for this role.
Quality control experience is preferred.

Please click apply now to be considered for this Foundry Operative.

INDTEMP

Oliver Rae is an Established Recruitment Business with offices based in Walsall and Halesowen. We supply Temporary and Permanent Staffing to a range of sectors