Carousel Operator B-2nd
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth:
People create value.
Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.
When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!
Job Title:Carousel Operator Position Summary
Magellan Aerospace, Glendale specializes in the manufacturing of precision magnesium and aluminum sand castings. We have an exciting opportunity for a Carousel Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for producing all types of industrial sand molds using a continuous mixer. You will work closely with patterns, chills, sleeves, and specialized foundry equipment to ensure our high‑quality casting standards are consistently met.
EssentialResponsibilities
- Observe all plant safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean, organized working area compliant with 6S standards. Notify the Supervisor or Manager of any job irregularities, faulty materials, or equipment issues.
- Retrieve, clean, and prepare required pattern boxes. Outfit patterns with appropriate sleeves, chills, risers, frames, text vents, plastic vent hoses, locators, lifting hooks, core arbours, and ram‑ups. Spray chills with required chill wash as per specific foundry techniques.
- Operate the continuous mixer or transport sand to place into patterns. Pack the sand carefully by hand and shovel sand into designated sand bins as required.
- Place chills, text vents, and insulating sleeves into predesignated positions of cores. Finish ramming and strike off the box face of the mold cleanly using a straight edge tool.
- Place patterns into position on the roller conveyor to align with the rollover machine. Strip molds from boxes either manually or by operating the mechanical rollover. Strip loose pieces from the molds, inspect them, and perform preliminary cleaning.
- Transport cores to designated storage areas and stack molds appropriately. Move job‑related materials safely throughout the plant using a hand cart or forklift.
- Perform minor preventative maintenance to keep equipment clean and in good operational order. Calibrate and record data for SPC charts, and prepare test samples to monitor quality.
- Ability to perform quality checks and inspections on molds
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Physical dexterity to detail and ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Willingness to work in a fast‑paced
- Knowledge in reading and interpreting work instructions
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Good communication skills
- Competitive Salary
- Attractive Benefit Package
- Excellent Career Progression Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Free Parking
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