Hitchiner Manufacturing · 19 hours ago
Foundry Operator 3rd, 6:00p-6:30a SSM
CounterGravity Vacuum Cast Operations - Main Campus, 594 Elm Street, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelHitchiner Manufacturing, founded in 1946 and based in Milford, New Hampshire, is a leading supplier of high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings. The Foundry Operator role involves cross-training to perform multiple functions within the Gas Turbine Division Foundry, including oven loading, operating casting machines, and following safety protocols.
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Responsibilities
Perform oven loading duties by acquiring molds from storage area(s) as scheduled, inspect molds for damage etc, and load molds in the ovens with proper quantity and sequence
Train on the operations of various casting machines; including CLV 1, CLV 2, CPV, and CLA
Complete all tasks associated with start-up checks for casting machines
Handle all revert metal. Perform metal prep function for foundry
Perform knockout / re-ram and heel pull duties
Follow foundry schedule and organization of molds as instructed by supervisor and foundry instructions
May serve as a backup for mold prep responsibilities to aid in expediting product flow from the Shell Dept
Must follow all safety requirements of job as outlined on the job safety card
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Complete all paperwork associated with the job. Correctly maintain all forms and instruction sheets
Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
Inform your supervisor about problems that occur
May be required to handle hazardous waste by collecting and transferring the waste into proper containers at satellite storage areas or storage areas and assuring that the containers are properly inspected, labeled, and closed as required. Must follow correct instruction for handling hazardous waste and report any deviations to supervisor immediately. Must attend yearly instruction in hazardous waste handling and review of current procedures if job duties could affect non-compliance
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
A fully and properly trained 'C' classification of Foundry Operator must be able to perform oven loading, knockout / reram, heel pulls, startup checks, and metal prep at a proficient level
The operator must also be capable of meeting the requirements of the 'B' level classification for purposes of promotion through natural progression
Vision requirement of 20/30 near correctable
Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 70 lbs
Benefits
Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
Medical and Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Company Profit Sharing Plan
3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
Training and Educational Assistance Programs
Company
Hitchiner Manufacturing
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry.
Founded in 1946
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Kucenski
Chief Financial Officer
Bruce Ebright
Chief Operating Officer
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