Machine Operator - Casting

Casting Technician

Basic Scope/Purpose: (The job’s primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization.)

The Casting Technician is responsible for setting up, operating and monitoring essential machines in the department to produce Urethane Cast Slab Stock.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday; 2pm-10pm

Principal Accountabilities: (The job’s essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Loads drums of materials in ovens and on rotators, prepares reinforcement fabric, colors, and other components for production use

• Operates mixing pots to produce a variety of different type mixes according to run specifications

• Sets up urethane application system and sets press operational conditions according to run specifications

• Operates casting machine while making various adjustments to meet quality and production criteria; uses micrometers and/or other gauges to establish and maintain quality requirements during the entire product run; cuts test samples for QA as required; sews on reinforcement rolls and maintains Teflon release belts as needed; operates and maintains flash trimming and automatic take-up reel equipment during the production run

• Unloads completed cast rolls and post cures same according to run specifications; moves finished goods to storage area; transports incoming raw materials from shipping dock and maintains Casting raw materials storage area

• Cleans machine, posts, and pumps of excess urethane at the end of the production run or as otherwise required

• Records processing information on Work Orders as required; disposes of processing scrap and records scrap information as required

• Keeps up to date on all ISO Work Instructions and signs off on same in a timely manner

• Makes accurate and timely entries on the JD Edwards shop floor control system

• Reports quality and processing problems to supervisor

• Follows written procedures and maintains a clean work area by completing the daily cleanup checklist

• Supports Continuous Improvement and the Lean Initiative

• Supports the department by performing other tasks of equal to or lesser job grades as required.

• Works in other departments as required.

• Maintain and promote Fenner Drives Values and Behaviors at all times.

Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: (The level of safety accountability needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

• Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions

• Attend required EHS training

• Wear the required PPE at all times

• Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations

• Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present

• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.

Education and/or Relative Experience: (The level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)(Also show level of education needed for Career Progression)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (The licenses, certificates or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.)

• None Required

You should be proficient in:

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Material Handler Experience
• Mixing
• Machine Setups for Production Runs

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Die Cast Machine (Cold Chamber)
• Die Cast Machine (Hot Chamber)