Shell Production Operator 3rd shift

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.
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• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.
Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.


Job Summary
The Shell Operator is responsible for dewaxing ceramic foundry molds and operating burnout furnaces in accordance with established engineering instructions, safety requirements, and General Standard Practices. This role supports the safe and efficient preparation of molds for downstream foundry operations while maintaining quality, safety, and documentation standards.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are representative of the position. Other duties may be assigned with supervisor approval.
• Remove molds from the final dry tunnel and load them into the cut off cabinet.
• Use hand held, air powered tools to remove mold bleeders and prepare molds for the dewaxing process.
• Load molds into the steam autoclave and initiate the appropriate autoclave cycle to remove wax from molds.
• Unload dewaxed molds from the autoclave and transport them via carts to the burnout furnace area.
• Load molds into burnout furnaces and operate furnaces according to prescribed cycles and instructions.
• After burnout, transport molds to the weigh station and accurately record mold weights.
• Complete all required production, safety, and quality documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Inspect personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure it is in good working condition.
• Consistently wear all required PPE and comply with company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S and safety standards.
• Promptly report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues to supervision.


Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• One to three months of related manufacturing, foundry, or industrial experience preferred; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.


Required Skills and Abilities
Language Skills
• Ability to read and understand simple written instructions, safety procedures, and work documents.
• Ability to write and speak simple sentences and effectively communicate basic information.
• Ability to recognize similarities and differences between words and numeric sequences.
Mathematical Skills
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to record weights, counts, and process data accurately.
Reasoning Ability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram based instructions.
• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to routine process variations and safety concerns.
Additional Skills and Abilities (Added)
• Ability to follow detailed process instructions and standard work procedures.
• Strong saf