What is a caster and how to become one

Key steps to become a caster

1. Explore caster education requirements

   Most common caster degrees

   High School Diploma

   53.5 %

   Bachelor's

   16.7 %

   Associate

   14.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific caster skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Safety Procedures	27.16%
   Foundry	19.97%
   Skim	15.24%
   Safety Regulations	13.87%
   Torches	5.09%

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3. Complete relevant caster training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New casters learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a caster based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real caster resumes.

4. Research caster duties and responsibilities

   • Drive plant safety improvement by taking a leadership role to support daily safety efforts and assist in managing the EHS activities.
   • Operate POS system numerous times per shift.
   • Operate, control, and maintain aluminum melting furnaces.
   • Gain valuable experience in BEx and other lean continuous improvement programs.

5. Apply for caster jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a caster job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams