Production Worker - Aluminum Casting

Production Worker - Aluminum Casting

Nights 7pm to 7am  - 12 Hour Shifts 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Cleans residual aluminum left over from the previous cast from the distribution pan, transfer nozzles mold assemblies and other spots around the casting unit.    
• Paints distribution pan, filter bowl and transfer troughs with a mixture of bone ash and water.    
• Sands and paints mold assemblies.    
• Preheats and dries trough, filter bowl and distribution pan until ready to start cast.    
• Aligns started blocks by ensuring spool is centered in mold.     
• Manually adjusts starter blocks as needed.    
• Ensures proper labeling of logs and billets with stamping unit, color codes and production tags    
• Moves cut log and billet into appropriate storage area.    
• Loads and unloads logs into appropriate stacks prior to and after completion of homogenization.     
• Operates log saw cutting log or billet into appropriate lengths    
• Operates homogenizing furnace. Roll logs from table to saw area.    
• Checks sharpness of saw blades on a regular basis.    
• Keeps a record of materials received and used.    
• Inspects incoming materials and verifies invoices. Using forklift, loads log and billet onto trailers and unloads prime, dealer scrap and other materials received from outside suppliers.    
• Other Duties as assigned         

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education 

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

Experience 

Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.    
• Ability to write simple reports and correspondence.        
• Must be able to pass pre employment physical and drug screen

Perks of the Job: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Disability and life insurance 
• 401(k) with robust matching contribution 
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays 
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement 
• Relocation package may be available 

Why Our People Love Working Here:

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open and respectful culture 
• Shared core values of safety, caring, integrity and growth 
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands 
• Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement 
• Complimentary coffee bar  
• Wellness incentive program 

Who We Are: Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex Aluminum continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.  

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Caring. Integrity. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.  

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex Aluminum may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit PennexAluminum.com or check out other opportunities within the Metal Exchange Corporation family of companies at MetalExchangeCorp.com. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion: We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. Metal Exchange Corporation and it’s family of brands are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennexaluminum.com.