SUMMER HELP - BMD OPERATOR ASSISTANT - 1st shift

This is a temporary summer help position. A great opportunity for students looking to make extra money over the summer. 

The BMD Operator Assistant role is a support position that works with the BMD Operator to run and maintain the BMD molding line. In this role you will collaborate with other Operator Assistants to ensure that production needs are met. The role offers the opportunity to cross trained in all areas including but not limited to: setting cores, pattern exchange, hauling iron, driving a forklift and maintaining the line. The ideal candidate will be someone that is interested in a variety of duties and possesses ability to adapt to an ever changing environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Practice high level of safety at all times

Operate BMD molding machine

Haul Iron

Read and understand core set instruction

Work with molten iron

Operate 10 ton monorail hoist to transport molten iron

Operate 50 ton holding furnace

Maintain furnaces and ladles

Pour molten iron

Basic computer use

Lift cores up to 50 lbs. every 20 seconds

Responsible for machine lock out/tag out

Operate forklift as needed

Rotate in and out of (6) different positions in the department

Unload racks of cores

Inspect cores and molds

Monitor patterns for stickers

Operate balancer for cores over 50 lbs.

Sweep and shovel sand

Operate large air hammer

Use air tools, grinders, and basic hand tools

Read and interpret process sheets

 

Education/Experience Requirements:

No previous experience required

No educational requirements

Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time

Must actively engage in safe working practices

Must be able to tolerate warm working conditions and a loud environment

Must be comfortable working in small spaces

Must be comfortable working directly with molten iron

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Must be at least 18 years old to apply

 

Shifts:

Must be available to work 8-12 hour shifts

Opportunity for over time / voluntary 12 hour shifts

Typical shift hours; Monday - Thursday, occasional Fridays

1st shift: 5:00 am – 3:00 pm, 2nd shift 3:00 pm – 1:00 AM, hours may vary

 

Pay rate:

Base pay rate of $26.51, 2nd shift premium: $1.50, 3rd shift premium: $1.00

Base rates increase $1/hour upon successful completion of probation (60 working days)

"Neenah Foundry Company is an equal opportunity employer.  We comply with all applicable employment laws and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information or national origin.  Affirmative action programs implemented by the company shall be in full compliance with applicable laws."   "Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities."    (NFC)