Molding and Casting Expert

5 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Aerotek Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Molding Technician to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

This is a Contract to Hire position offering a competitive salary of $21.75 per hour based on experience.

Job Summary

The primary function of this role is to accurately pour hot metal into a flask or mold, transforming it into a part for our clients in the Marine Corps and Navy sectors.

  • Fills furnaces with metal bars/remelt
  • Takes the temperatures of the heated metal
  • Pours ladles filled with heated metal into different-sized flasks and/or molds using a hoist system
  • Maintains proper housekeeping in and around the melt area
  • Stays on task and hits production goals each day
  • Performs other duties as assigned
Responsibilities and Requirements

Essential Skills:

  • General labor experience
  • Production and construction experience
  • Basic math skills
  • Experience with weight measuring and metals
  • Knowledge of heat and furnace operations
  • Mechanical, troubleshooting, and electrical skills
  • Machine operation experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Ability to think on feet and react quickly
  • Understanding of quality and safety standards
  • Tolerance for extreme heat
Benefits and Work Environment

This position offers a consistent 1st shift schedule from 6 AM to 2 PM, allowing for a balanced work-life routine. The company values safety and quality, providing necessary protective equipment and emphasizing a culture of responsibility and teamwork.

Employees operate equipment such as Hilo/lift trucks and bobcats and may need to push, pull, or lift up to 75 pounds. Movement around the plant involves walking or driving, with varying temperatures depending on the season. The environment can be hot or cold due to open overhead doors. Required Personal Protective Equipment includes safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, steel-toed work shoes, an aluminized apron, boot protectors, sleeves (cotton/aluminized), a helmet with shield, and insulated gloves (leather/aluminum).

Why Choose Aerotek?

Aerotek connects light industrial and skilled trades workers with employers, helping them navigate the evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests.

We value our people and offer benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy, employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

Aerotek is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

Aerotek provides weekly pay, and the estimated annual salary for this position is approximately $44,700 - $54,300 based on a 40-hour workweek and $19.00 - $23.00 hourly wage.



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