Production Team Associate ( Core Maker

Are you a reliable employee looking for an exciting career in a growing organization? CA Lawton is seeking motivated individuals to join our Core Room team. No foundry experience is necessary—we provide on-the-job training!

• Steady work

• Career in a high-demand trade

• Competitive pay

• On-the-job training

• Day one holiday pay

• PTO after 30 days

• Cohesive work/family balance

1st Shift: 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday–Friday (plus overtime as needed)

Starting Pay: $22.52/hour

As a Core Maker, you'll produce high-quality sand cores that are essential to the manufacturing of grey and ductile iron castings used in industries such as mining, marine, HVAC, and oil & gas.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating core-making equipment

• Loading and unloading core boxes

• Inspecting cores for quality and accuracy

• Trimming, repairing, and assembling cores when needed

• Applying core coatings and preparing finished cores for production

• Monitoring sand and binder systems

• Performing basic equipment cleaning and maintenance

• Following all safety and quality standards

• Excitement to learn a new skill

• Mechanically inclined

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to follow work instructions

• Dependable with a strong work ethic

• Team-oriented and self-motivated

• Commitment to safety and quality

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a manufacturing environment

• Free training to upgrade your skills, including a tuition reimbursement program

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits within the first 60 days (first of the month following 30 days)

• Company-paid disability and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Direct deposit

• Fixed weekly schedule

• Uniforms provided by the company

• Boot reimbursement

• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement

• Plenty of opportunities for advancement

You’ll be part of a family-focused culture where your hard work is appreciated and your contributions are recognized every day.