Cut Off Operator

Job Summary

Join a hands-on, high‑energy team where you'll help bring metal castings to life. In this role, you will remove shell material from molds, separate cast parts using an oxy/acetylene torch, and prepare components for the next stage of production. If you enjoy working with tools, solving physical challenges, and seeing the results of your work every day, you'll feel right at home.

• Safe & Friendly Work Environment
• Competitive Starting Pay & Quarterly Bonuses
• Regular Performance Reviews
• Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Excellent Benefits
• Great 401(k) Program
• 3 or 4‑Day Workweeks
• No Mandatory OT, but usually offered!

• Work safely, always – follow safety rules, operate equipment responsibly, and report hazards.
• Prep molds for action using forklifts, air guns, hammers, or a vibrating hammer to get them ready for pourcup removal.
• Blast away shell material using a Waterblast cabinet to reveal the cast beneath.
• Cut parts free with an oxy/acetylene torch – a key step in transforming raw molds into usable components.
• Grind and smooth using belt grinders or handheld air grinders to remove gates and refine castings.
• Slice with precision on a Tannewitz friction‑cutting bandsaw to remove gating or collect test material.
• Deep‑clean molds using shot‑blast and sand‑blast cabinets to reach pockets and tight spaces.
• Measure with confidence using dimensional tools during specific cutoff operations.
• Pitch in where needed with additional tasks assigned by management.

• Safety mindset – you work carefully and responsibly in an industrial environment.
• Clear communication – you can follow written and verbal instructions and collaborate with your team.
• Attention to detail – you take pride in doing things right the first time.
• Mechanical aptitude – you enjoy working with your hands and using tools.
• Independence – you can stay productive with limited supervision.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with cutting torches and handheld power tools is a big plus.

• Work confidently with hand and power tools.
• Climb stairs, stoop, reach, and perform hand‑on tasks throughout the day.
• Lift and move molds weighing up to 35 lbs from cooling tables into blasting cabinets.

• Safe & Friendly Work Environment
• Competitive Starting Pay & Amazing Quarterly Bonus Program
• Regular Performance Reviews
• Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Excellent Benefits
• Great 401(k) Program
• 3 or 4‑Day Workweeks
• Optional Overtime with Incredible Overtime Incentives

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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.