Cast House Helper

Cast House Helper

The Cast House Helper supports safe and efficient operations in a high-temperature aluminum casting environment. This role focuses on handling aluminum products after extrusion, tending production lines, racking and packing materials, and moving bins using a forklift while following strict safety and quality standards. The position reports to the Cast House Supervisor and plays a key role in maintaining continuous production in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.

SHIFT: 6pm to 6am - 4 days ON - 4 days OFF

(will train on 1st. shift 6am to 6pm for 2-3 weeks)

• Handle aluminum products safely and efficiently after extrusion, ensuring they move through the production process without damage.
• Tend production lines by monitoring flow, adjusting materials, and supporting machine operators as needed.
• Rack and pack aluminum products according to specifications, ensuring accurate counts and proper placement for further processing or shipment.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, to move bins and materials throughout the cast house and plant.
• Use a tape measure to verify product dimensions and confirm they meet required specifications.
• Perform general labor duties such as lifting, carrying, and positioning heavy materials in a physically demanding environment.
• Assist with machine operation and basic setup tasks under the guidance of more experienced operators.
• Use hand tools safely to support production, maintenance, and packing activities.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment while working in high-heat and high-noise areas.
• Support cleanliness and organization of the cast house and surrounding work areas to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
• Participate in training to develop skills for potential advancement into crane, saw, or higher-level operator roles.
• Work overtime as needed, including additional days or extended shifts, to support 24/7 plant operations.

• Manufacturing or production experience with experience working in an industrial environment.
• Prior laborer experience and the ability to perform physically demanding, heavy labor tasks on a regular basis.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately for verifying product dimensions.
• Comfort working in a hot environment with exposure to furnaces and elevated temperatures.
• Willingness to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including permanent night shift hours from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM after training.
• Reliability and strong work ethic, including consistent attendance and commitment to learning on the job.
• Ability to work safely in high-noise, high-heat, and unregulated plant conditions while following safety protocols.
• Capability to use basic hand tools and support machine operation under supervision.

• Experience in industrial manufacturing environments similar to large-scale building materials or metals facilities.
• Interest in training for crane, saw, or higher-level operator roles as skills and experience grow.
• Openness to working in a 24/7 production operation with frequent overtime opportunities.
• Ability to adapt to changing shifts during initial training, including temporary day shift work from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Comfort working in a team-oriented environment with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

This opportunity offers a stable role in a growing manufacturing facility that operates with a close-knit, family feel while maintaining the resources of a larger organization. The plant continues to expand its operations toward full 24/7 coverage, creating strong long-term career potential and clear pathways to advance into higher-level operator, crane, or saw positions. Team members benefit from frequent overtime opportunities that can significantly increase earnings, along with tenure bonuses at 3, 5, and 10 years that reward long-term commitment.

The organization values safety, celebrates employees with quarterly company barbecues and picnics, and provides a supportive environment for individuals who show up consistently, work hard, and want to build a lasting career in manufacturing.