Perform alloy verification procedure (after certification is obtained); Keep scrap and spruing separate with proper identity; Perform K/O procedure and/or KOH soak/Core removal procedure, Water Hone or Sand Blast (cleaning) of castings when necessary; Maintain identity of castings through all operations; Maintain records as required; Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion; Cut/Grind casting, remove sprues or gates from cast clusters using the cutting/grinding equipment assigned to the department; Required to fulfill Shell Remover duties at times. Requires continuously standing, walking, stooping/crouching; also requires frequently kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling while standing and climbing; Frequently operates machinery including, alloy verification, cut-off, and shell removal equipment, KOH Soak & Rinse Tanks, abrasive wheel cut-off arbor machines; Plasma Arc cutting torch, Electric Arc burning torch; Uses various fixtures, gages, wheels and tools for free hand cutting; Wears Occlusive Clothing and required PPE.