Core Maker / Machine Operator

Job DescriptionJob Title: CORE MAKER/MACHINE OPERATOREmployment Status: Full TimeFLSA Status: Hourly Non-ExemptDepartment: Core RoomPosition Reports To: Core Room Supervisor/LeadSummary Description:Produce sand cores used in the production of aluminum castings. Finish assembly of sand core and core parts.Essential Functions:Operate core make machineryAssist in training co-workersMaintain a good attendance recordKeep work area cleanLoad/unload cores and core pattern pieces into core make machineryInspect own work for visual defectsLearn identification numbers for all core boxesRecord data as required on all internal documentsPerform set-ups, attend to minor breakdowns and report other equipment conditions as necessarySprinkle or spray parting agent onto pattern and flask, to facilitate removal of core from machinePerform housekeepingRepair damaged impressionsPerform any and all other job related tasks as assignedSkills or Experience Required:Must have High School diploma or GED. Must be team-oriented. Must be able to follow written and oral instruction. Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Must be focused and have strong attention to detail.Other Position Demands or Requirements:Must be able to use the following machines, tools, equipment and/or work aids:Forklifts, cranes, hand/power tools, electric/manual conveyorsPHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS:ACTIONWeightN/AOccasionalFrequentConstant1 - 33%34 - 66%67 - 100%MaxAvgPushing - Assisted2000350XXPulling - Assisted2000350XXFloor to Knuckle Lift6040XXKnuckle to Shoulder Lift5025XXACTIONWeightN/AOccasionalFrequentConstant1 - 33%34 - 66%67 - 100%Shoulder to Overhead LiftXCarrying50XSittingXStandingXWalkingXClimbing StairsXSustained BendingXOverhead ReachingXCrawlingXSquatting (Repeated)XKneelingXStooping (Repeated Bending)XCrouchingXClimbing LaddersXBalancingXHandlingXFingeringXFeelingXTalkingXHearingXTastingXSmellingXNear AcuityXFar AcuityXDepth PerceptionXColor PerceptionXPeripheral VisionX