Aluminum Melt Operator, Die-Cast Operations

Your Night, Your Craft

It’s 11:00 pm in Sheboygan. You clock in, run a quick equipment check, and bring the melt up to spec. The die-cast cells are counting on you to keep metal moving on schedule through the night. You regulate temperatures, charge the furnace with ingot and scrap, and coordinate timely molten metal deliveries—so operations never miss a beat.

Where You’ll Work

Onsite, union role at Gardner Denver Thomas — 1419 Illinois Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081.

Schedule: 3rd shift, Monday–Friday (11:00 pm–7:00 am).

What You’ll Do

• Operate one or more furnaces to melt aluminum ingots and scrap for die casting; keep melt within defined parameters.
• Regulate furnace temperatures; charge furnaces with the proper mix of ingot and scrap; document melts as directed.
• Deliver molten metal to die-cast machines in the right amounts and ratios; oversee distribution to cells on a set schedule to maintain central melt temperature.
• Assist in cooling the furnace; inspect refractory lining for cracks/defects and check distribution ladles; help perform repairs as instructed.
• Handle materials with power and hand equipment as needed.
• Set up die-casting cells when required, including ladle, auto‑spray, robotic equipment, and trim presses; remove/replace dies and make necessary machine adjustments.
• Protect teammates by safely filling ladles, operating lift trucks, and pouring metal into furnaces during machine setup.
• Provide relief support for the primary Furnace Tender.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma preferred.
• 1+ year of forklift experience with a current license.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Regular exposure to heat, dirt, grease, fumes, and elevated noise (hearing protection required when exposure exceeds 85 dB).
• Lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying: 5 lbs constantly, 35 lbs frequently, 75 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent sitting, standing, kneeling, climbing, bending, and stooping.
• Common tools/equipment: lift trucks (power and hand), shovels, furnace-cleaning, skimming and fluxing tools, hand tools, hoists, and required PPE.
• Hazards include serious cuts, burns, bruises, and potential permanent injury; goggles and heavy gloves are mandatory, and careful work practices keep risks to a minimum.

Preferred Background

• 1+ years of demonstrated furnace operations knowledge (cleaning, operation, maintenance).
• Comfort working from written or verbal instructions under general supervision, with guidance on unusual procedures or irregularities.
• Experience in a die-cast environment required prior to hiring or appointment to the position.

Proficiencies That Help You Succeed

• Troubleshooting production equipment
• Material handling (including heavy loads)
• Valid forklift license
• Mechanical assembly aptitude
• Strong communication abilities
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Blueprint/drawing literacy

Work Arrangement

This role is based at our Sheboygan, WI facility.

Benefits that Back You

We believe in personal ownership—of your work, your well‑being, and your future. Expect comprehensive medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision, wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k), paid time off, and an employee stock grant, among other offerings—so you can be your best on and off the job.

About Ingersoll Rand

For over 160 years, Ingersoll Rand has advanced mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies that boost productivity, efficiency, and sustainability across life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. With an entrepreneurial spirit across 80+ brands, our teams deliver technology‑driven excellence in the toughest environments. Learn more at irco.com—and own your future with us.

Equal Opportunity

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.