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Sand Operator (Union, 1st shift)

Vulcan Metals Corporation
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2025
About Us: At Vulcan Metals Corporation, we’re not just making castings; we’re shaping the future. As a leader in the production of complex engineered castings, we supply critical structural components for industries that demand excellence—Rail, Military, Heavy Equipment, Oil & Gas, Power Generation, and more. With over 100 years of innovation and expertise, we’ve built a reputation for precision and reliability. Our castings support some of the most demanding applications, and we take pride in the fact that our work makes a difference every day.

Join us at Vulcan Metals Corp. and be part of a legacy built on precision, dedication, and making a difference!

Position Overview: The Sand Operator role is to maintain the equipment of the department, monitoring the operations related to the sand lab, and perform testing and calibrations creating critical reports to the supervisor and operations.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Maintain sand mixers by daily monitoring levels of resin and temperatures and increasing supply of materials as needed
  • Inspect and clean sand mixing equipment daily
  • Operate and monitor thermal, mechanical, and all other sand transporters
  • Unload materials delivered into corresponding containers or equipment
  • Monitor sand storage hoppers and silos
  • Operate and monitor the reclamation system through your shift
  • Monitor trash and finished product transporters
  • Operate and regularly monitor the sand separators
  • Monitor mag collection transporter
  • Start/stop new sand additions system
  • Perform good housekeeping and maintain clean work areas
  • Monitor coating mixing stations
  • Maintain mixing and pumping equipment
  • Alert supervisor to any safety or quality issues needing attention
Experience:
  • Prefer previous manufacturing experience
Qualifications:
  • Ability to work with limited direct supervision
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Must have valid driver’s license
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to use arms, hands, legs and feet in repetitive motions
  • Able to twist, stoop bend, and stand in the performance of job duties
  • Must be able to lift 55 pounds repetitively
  • Must be able to lift 85 pounds occasionally
  • Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors and uneven surfaces for the duration of the work shift
  • Must have good vision and depth perception
  • Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Pay Range: $20.57 - $26.09 hourly (Depending on experience)
Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Why join our team at Vulcan Metals Corp? We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.

Benefits:
  • Successful applicants will be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 once you commence work with us*.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
  • Life and AD&D coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp.
  • Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Employee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities
  • We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and global programs.
*Sign-on Bonus payments are subject to meeting with policy and criteria.

Prior to commencing employment, you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Vulcan Metals Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

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WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES

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