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Example caster operator requirements on a job description

Caster operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in caster operator job postings.
Sample caster operator requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Current Caster Operator Certification
  • Ability to read and interpret specifications
  • Knowledge of safety and quality control protocols
  • Experience operating and troubleshooting caster machines
Sample required caster operator soft skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy

Caster operator job description example 1

Strategic Systems International caster operator job description

Duration : 3 Months Contract to Hire

Pay rate : $21.50 / $21.25 ( On W2 )

Shift : 2nd or 3rd metatarsal shoes are required

2:30p- 11p - 10:30p -7am

Do you need extra Gas Money?

Refer a Friend or Family if they interview & start working

You receive a $500 Gift Card.

***** Need to pass drug Screening and Background check ****

Job purpose

The Cast associate is an introduction to direct labor manufacturing position which involves performing many functions within the casting department. Those functions include but are not limited to following your work instructions to produce a high-quality casting for our customer.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Fill tags out properly when required
  • Completes productivity report correctly and neatly
  • Read and understand work instructions and their location
  • Comprehends defect recognition course and scrap code identification
  • Ability to complete a cast machine stack up correctly
  • Comprehension of safe mold entry (hydraulic key and die stand)
  • Knowledge of cast machine operation
  • Ability to deposition product, identify the cast related defects and complete appropriate corrective actions needed
  • Understands basic and proper mold coating
  • Performs safe torch operation
  • Understands procedure of a metal fill
  • Demonstrates ability to stop a spill
  • Understands and performs basic die maintenance
  • Other Duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

  • Diploma or GED required, other technical experience a plus
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment, experience in casting is preferred but not required.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English
  • Basic computer skills with excel knowledge
  • Must obtain cast certification
  • Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of him/her or others.
  • Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws, policies, and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violation to appropriate management personnel.
  • Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance as determined by company.
  • Must be regularly available to work at least 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, or such other hours per day or per week as are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

Working conditions and environment

Extensive exposure to foundry/manufacturing environment with exposure to high noise, heat, hazards moving equipment, and molten metal. Use of protective equipment to protect eyes, feet, ears and potential burn areas are required.

Normal equipment used

Routine exposure of plant manufacturing equipment, forklift, gages, and basic maintenance tools, electronic scales, manual pallet jacks, computers, service carts and small hand tools

Company DescriptionStrategic Systems Inc Employee Benefits
• Competitive Pay.
• Paid Vacation.
• Bench Pay.
• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Immigration assistance at all levels.
• Retirement Benefits.
• Other Excellent Benefits.
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Caster operator job description example 2

United States Steel caster operator job description

11400BRJob Description:

U. S. Steel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate the diversity of our employees.

The Caster Operator ensures policies, procedures, and all activities are carried out to support BRS goals and objectives at the Caster on their respective crew assignments.

Responsibilities:

+ Capable of running the Caster in a safe manner.

+ Monitor mold level, mold flux level in the mold. Monitor steel levels in tundish, take tundish samples, hooking up ladies, keeping caster floor stocked with materials and supplies.

+ Communicate with caster tech and pulpit operator and be prepared for turnarounds.

+ Ensure good housekeeping practices are carried out throughout job areas and grounds.

+ Coordinate with upstream/downstream operations with daily activity.

+ Support other departments as needed to strengthen BRS profitability and continual improvement efforts.

+ Assist shift supervisor/caster tech in achieving operational goals and ensuring crew safety.

Preferred Skills:

+ Quality and detail oriented

+ Must maintain a positive attitude and be a team player

+ Strong technical and analytical/ problem solving skills/mechanically inclined

+ Good insight into team dynamics

+ Good verbal communication skills; computer literate

+ Ability to routinely lift and move objects during shift

+ High School diploma or equivalent; college degree is a plus

+ Previous related experience preferred


U. S. Steel is a leading steel producer founded in 1901. Today, we're a greener company with an infinitely recyclable product, the world's only LEED-certified steel mill, and an ambitious plan to reduce emissions. We make products that make everyday life possible - automotive, construction, appliance, energy, container, and packaging industries all benefit from our innovation.

We show pride in our communities with company-sponsored employee volunteer programs, corporate contributions, partnerships in support of education, scholarships for our next generation of leaders, and many other programs.

We are continually recognized for our commitment to our employees, most recently as a Most Loved Workplace (Newsweek 2021), a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality (Human Rights Campaign Foundation 2020 & 2021), and a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion (Disability Equality Index 2021). It's easy to see why U. S. Steel employees take Pride in Our Past as we Build the Future, United by Steel.

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)

by Steel.

Competency Summary:

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change

Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate

Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results
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Updated March 14, 2024

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