Le Sueur Incorporated · 17 hours ago
Core Room Technician 1st Shift
Le Sueur, MN
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLe Sueur Incorporated is seeking a Core Room Technician responsible for producing, assembling, and maintaining high-quality sand cores used in the metal casting process. The role involves operating core-making equipment, performing quality inspections, and ensuring minimal machine downtime while supporting core production from setup through delivery to the molding department.
Mining
Responsibilities
Operate core-making machines and hand tools to produce cores per job specifications and quality standards
Read and interpret work instructions and shop packets to ensure accurate core production
Assemble cores and core boxes using glue, clamps, wire, bolts, rams, or machines
Clean parting lines, raised vent areas, and remove flash from cores
Cut or drill spouts and pouring holes; size hardened cores as needed
Apply core wash and rack completed cores for storage or delivery
Inspect finished cores for cracks, defects, and dimensional accuracy; perform repairs or reject as needed
Use mud compound to perform core repairs
Calibrate machines for correct sand and additive mix ratios
Clean vents and inspect machines before operation to ensure safety and functionality
Retrieve, move, and mount core boxes into machines using hoists and tools
Set machine controls according to work instructions
Perform startup checks and operate machines to verify proper functioning
Clean, lubricate, and maintain core machines per manufacturer's schedule
Perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs; replace parts as needed to prevent downtime
Monitor oil and grease levels to ensure proper machine lubrication
Complete accurate production records, including core counts, SPC charts, scrap reports, and shift documentation
Track assembly and machine performance metrics to support continuous improvement efforts
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Effective computer usage
Manual dexterity in order to use file on cores
Mechanical aptitude helpful
Consistently able to manually lift and move product and materials up to 50 lbs
Consistently able to power grip and wrist turn, including the use of hand tools and/or steering fork truck
Consistently able to walk, sit, or stand for up to 12 hours with intermittent breaks
Consistently able to push/pull up to 100 lbs
Consistently able to see, inspect, handle and evaluate product quality
Consistently able to read and understand written English language work instructions
Consistently able to work in non-climate controlled environments, including hot and humid conditions
Consistently able to climb ladders and stairs of varying heights
Consistently able to wear task-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by LSI
Benefits
Protective Footwear
Hearing Protection
Protective Eyewear
Gloves
Additional PPE may as required by specific tasks
Company
Le Sueur Incorporated
Le Sueur offers sand casting, permanent mold, and die-casting services.
Founded in 1946
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-01-05Private Equity
2023-01-05Debt Financing
2023-01-05Acquired
Leadership Team
Greg Paolini
President & Chief Executive Officer
Michael Jindra
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2023-12-15
2023-01-06
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