Foundry Operator; 5th Shift

We are seeking dependable and motivated Foundry Operators to join our team on 4th Shift in Mentor, Ohio. Whether you have manufacturing experience or are looking to start a career in advanced manufacturing, this position offers hands-on training, competitive pay, and the opportunity to develop valuable skills in a safety-focused production environment.

As a Foundry Operator, you'll support critical vacuum casting operations while working with advanced furnace technology in a fast-paced environment that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Our unique rotating schedule allows you to work only 7 days every 2 weeks while maintaining full-time hours and benefits.

Receive hands-on training and develop valuable manufacturing skills while working alongside experienced operators.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time opportunity
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environment focused on safety and quality
• Collaborative team culture

Hours: 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM

• Work only 7 days every 2 weeks
• Average 42 hours per week
• Built-in stretches of consecutive days off
• Full-time pay and benefits

• Operate vacuum furnaces, including Equiax, Directional Solidification (D.S.), and Single Crystal furnaces
• Record all required production and process data accurately
• Assist with furnace setup and changeovers, including D.S. susceptors, coils, and melt coils
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), engineering specifications, and special lot instructions
• Meet established production and efficiency goals
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time
• Develop a strong understanding of foundry processes and materials
• Organize work to support efficient production flow
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Manufacturing or foundry experience preferred
• Experience working with industrial equipment or high-temperature processes is a plus
• Candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable attendance and dependability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Sense of urgency and accountability
• Ability to meet production goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work in a high-temperature foundry environment
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including standing, lifting, and moving materials throughout the shift
• Ability to work safely while meeting production demands

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Entry-Level Manufacturing Candidates
• Production Operators
• Machine Operators
• Manufacturing Associates
• Foundry Operators
• Casting Operators
• Skilled Trades Candidates
• Military Veterans
• Trade School Graduates

If you’re looking for a stable career with pay based on experience, excellent benefits, and a schedule that provides exceptional work-life balance, we encourage you to apply today.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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