Production Worker – Die Casting

Benda Tool & Model Works, Inc. has an opportunity for an Entry-Level Production Worker in our Die Casting Department. Training will be provided.

This is a Union position and requires registration for union membership.

Duties and Responsibilities (training will be provided):

o Responsible for preheating dies for operation (either via water heater or igniting die chamber)

o Refilling powder lubricant or oil in machines as needed

o Perform degassing process (cleaning molten metal in pots 3-4 per day)

o Read and understand work order travelers for production instructions

o Remove gates and overflows as per supervisors instructions

o Inspect cast parts for defect, fill out “In-Process Inspection” documents as required and fill out production sheets with quantities

o Trim castings using trim press according to supervisor’s instructions

o Understand the need to handle all parts with care

o Check and verify dimensions with fixed gauges as required

o Fill and/or empty furnace when required, wearing all necessary PPEs (company provided)

o Supply die cast machine with ingots as needed, using safe handling practices

o Leak test parts as required by supervisor

o Straighten parts as required by supervisor

o Understand the need for proper part identification

Education/Requirements:

o High School Diploma or GED equivalent (preferred)

o Some experience in foundry or machine shop preferred or ability to learn if no experience (training will be provided)

o Excellent communication and listening skills

o Highly disciplined, self-motivated, reliable and punctual

o Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis

o Pushing & pulling up to 50lbs

o Repetitive use of hands and feet required

Shift/Hours:

Monday-Thursday – 10 hour shifts

Shift (early start): (3:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) – Ability to work OT, mandatory OT as required/needed by the company

Benda Tool & Model Works is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and complete an I-9 authorization.

Benefits:

Pension plan

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

3-day weekends

Potential for advancement

Over Time possibilities

Pay Range: $18.50 – $20.00/hour DOE

Job Type: Full-time