Foundry - Molding Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

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What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Scope of Position

As the highly motivated Foundry Molding Machine Operator, you will work onsite to set up and operate the Hunter molding machine. A Hunter molding machine is an advanced machine used for casting. It ensures consistent casting quality, reduced maintenance, and maximum productivity.

You will ensure molds are produced safely, efficiently, and in alignment with quality standards, collaborating with maintenance and other team members as needed.

This position reports to the Production Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Franklin, New Hampshire.

2nd Shift Hours: 2:10pm - 12:40am with overtime as per business need

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and operate the Hunter molding machine, ensuring that correct operating procedures for the molding machine are followed.
• Manually set cores in the green sand molds as required.
• Cycle molding machine at a pace that meets required metrics.
• Clean and inspect pattern plates according to standard work procedures.
• Change pattern plates when required.
• Verify all special instructions on the job router are completed.
• Perform 1st article inspection on the mold after pattern changeover is completed.
• Inspect for visual defects.
• Report mechanical malfunctions to maintenance and/or the supervisor.
• Operate the Molding machine following all safety rules and guidelines.
• Properly complete molding logs and records.
• Perform repetitive work, ensuring consistent results.
• Perform routine housekeeping to ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
• Complete end of shift maintenance and clean up requirements
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow safety rules.
• Immediately report any job-related injury or illness to your direct supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Can read and speak English fluently

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a Foundry
• Prior Hunter Molding Machine experience

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful situations.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions:

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company’s Franklin location in New Hampshire. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to