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Position Title: Cast Operator: Entry Level
Shift Available: 2nd Shift (M-Th 2:15pm-12:45am)
Wage Range: $17-$20 DOQ
Position Summary
Casting department personnel are generally required to operate one or more die casting machines (DCM) in strict compliance with approved processes. During casting operations they are responsible for achieving die casting quality and the periodic recording of process readings related to process effectiveness. Casting operations require a substantial number of manual operations such as machine cycle start, hand spraying, positioning of inserts in die cast tool, de-flashing parts and dies, removing hot die castings from the machine, visually inspecting die castings and taking measurements to ensure conformance to specification.
Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks

• Observe continuous operation of manual and/or automatic machines to ensure that products meet specifications and to detect malfunctions, making adjustments as instructed.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects in order to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Set up, operate, or tend metal casting machines to cast metal parts or products.
• Position and secure work pieces on machines.
• Remove finished products from dies using hand tools, air hoses and other equipment.
• Trim excess material from parts.
• Place product into the appropriate container.
• Install dies onto machines or presses, then coat dies with parting agents, according to work order specifications.
• Accurately record production transactions and work time.
• Responsible for knowing and following all environmental, health, and safety rules, policies, and procedures for the work area and takes responsibility to assure that personal work activity is conducted in such a way so as to not affect the safety of themselves or others.
• All other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Ability to Follow Work Instructions ~ Definition: Ability to read, understand and follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Communication Skills ~ Definition: Ability to communicate when there are language barriers - to read, write, and comprehend verbal instructions including safety, work instruction, and various training, etc.
• Equipment Operation & Industry Knowledge ~ Definition: Knowledge of appropriate procedures for using specific equipment or machines to meet defined quality and quantity standards. Ability to perform the basic measurement and basic math tasks.
• Initiative / Self Motivated ~ Definition: Does more than is required or expected in the job. Does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance current methods. Plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities. Acts without being directed and proactively follows through on work activities and goals to resolve them. Has personal desire to improve or enhance processes.
• Reliability / Dependability ~ Definition: Demonstrates a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job.
• Teamwork / Team Player ~ Definition: Provides support and assistance for a department or team members and promotes cooperation and commitment to achieve goals and deliverables.

Core Competencies

• Accountability & Ownership ~ Definition: Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
• Continuous Improvement ~ Definition: Continuously looks for opportunities to refine and improve processes, systems, products, etc.
• Customer Focused ~ Definition: Makes customer needs the primary focus, builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction with the products and services offered by the organization.
• Integrity ~ Definition: Displays strong morals and principles in keeping with the values of TCDC. Respects and maintain confidential information. Is consistent with words and actions, displaying honesty and professionalism following thru with commitments in all interactions.
• Productivity Focused ~ Definition: Stays focused and uses time, equipment and tools effectively to maintain a high productive output without sacrificing quality.
• Quality Oriented ~ Definition: Produces results or provides service that meets or exceeds set standards.Monitors and checks work to meet quality standards; demonstrate a high level of care and thoroughness; checks work to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Safety & Environmentally Oriented ~ Definition: Uses tools, machines, and vehicles in a safe manner that minimizes hazards to self, others, and the environment. Knows who to contact in the event of an emergency and departmental plan, being aware of conditions or circumstances that affect one's own safety or the safety of others.

Physical Demands
Frequency: Continuous 67-100%, Frequent 34-66%, Occasional 1-33%
STRENGTH

• No lifting and carrying of 50 lbs.
• Occasionallifting and carrying of 21 to 49 pounds
• Continuous lifting and carrying of 1 to 20 pounds
• Continuous standing
• Frequent sitting
• Frequent walking
• Continuous pull and pushing

MOTION

• Continuous twisting and bending
• Continuous reach(overhead and out-stretched)
• Continuous kneeling, climbing, crawling, bending, and stooping

REPETITION

• Continuous repetitive motion
• Continuous use of vibratory tools
• Continuousgrip, torque, and fine manipulation
• Continuous handling/grasping

OTHER

• Continuous exposure to hot and cold temperature extremes
• Functional vision
• Ability to discern colors
• PPE Required
• No Driving
• Continuous Talking
• Continuous Hearing

For the purpose of compliance with ADA and Workers Compensation reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually exposed to moving mechanical parts; extreme heat and vibration.
• The employee is continually exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The employee is continually exposed to fume or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is continually very loud.

Education and Experience

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and may require some vocational training or job-related course work

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)