No assembly line here! As a General Laborer, your days will fly by as you stay busy in one or more areas of our foundry. General Laborers are cross-trained throughout production, giving you the opportunity to learn different jobs and develop new skills while working independently and as part of a team. Work Schedule - 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00 PM–10:00 PM (additional shift differential in pay)
What you will do: - Work in different areas of foundry production, including grinding, pouring support, shakeout, and cut-off.
- Operate stand grinding wheels and various hand tools to deburr and clean iron castings.
- Use physical strength to push and position molds on the pouring deck and use hoists to lift and lower weights onto molds.
- Remove hot castings from conveyors and place them into bins or onto pallets.
- Use sledgehammers, power saws, hydraulic wedges, and other tools to remove gating and risers from castings.
- Set up, operate, and shut down production machinery.
- Visually inspect castings to help ensure they meet quality standards.
- Read and follow work orders and job process instructions.
- Use a computer to record work activity.
- Keep workstations stocked with the supplies and tools needed to complete the job.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Follow all required safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Work independently and as part of a team to keep production moving safely and efficiently.
What we are looking for: - Safety focused
- Dependable with consistent attendance
- Motivated and willing to learn
- Willing to learn multiple areas of foundry production
- Comfortable using power tools and production equipment
- Mechanical aptitude
- A problem-solver
- Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment
- Able to work around heat, noise, dust, and other conditions typical of a foundry
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to get dirty and stay active throughout the shift
Physical Requirements This is a physically active position that requires continuous standing and walking, along with frequent turning, reaching, and grasping and occasional squatting, bending, and stooping. The position requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds frequently. Other: High School Diploma or GED preferred. No prior foundry experience required—we are willing to train the right candidate. Torrance Casting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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