Foundry Laborer

About the role

Fulmer/Perma-Cast, a manufacturer and distributor of electric motor brush holders and a job shop of machined parts located in Export, Pennsylvania, is looking for a Foundry Laborer. You will assist in the foundry, making parts for customers, and the position requires accuracy and responsibility because much of the work is done without close supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and safely operate hot metal molds
• Apply foundry principles of metal melting, pouring (ladling), and solidifying, and handle, open and close hot metal in permanent molds or others
• Inspect work
• Follow the Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand and sit for long periods, and climb ladders and equipment
• Ability to read small handwriting, labels and components, and to wear a mask, steel-toed shoes and safety goggles at all times
• On-site attendance during scheduled shifts

Required skills

• Training or experience with foundry hot metal molds and furnace apparatus is preferred
• Minimum 3-6 months of on-the-job training under close supervision

What we offer

• Pay of $20.00, subject to change depending on training, experience, education, market conditions and location
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement, and possibly an annual bonus if eligible