Foundry Worker ID-11693

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Read work orders.
  • Fill out labor tickets.
  • Stage work orders for melt.
  • Support melt functions.
  • Stage work orders for knock out.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must be able to read and write in English.
  • Basic computer knowledge required.
  • General quality control knowledge required.
  • Knowledge and experience in investment casting (lost wax) process preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Overtime may be required during weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
  • The melt area is subject to changes in temperature. In the summertime, temperatures can rise to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Employees must stay hydrated. A/C drop down tubes are provided at all foundry operations. In the wintertime, temperatures can dip below freezing. As castings cool (under extreme conditions), special precautions must be made to ensure quality. Operators must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly. Proper lifting techniques are necessary.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
  • Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $142 per pay period bi-weekly.)
  • FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
  • FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).
  • FREE short and long term disability insurance.
  • All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
  • All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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